The entertainment world is reeling after pop icons Madonna and Billie Eilish unleashed scathing criticisms of re-elected US President Donald Trump, calling out his criminal past and alleged deep-seated misogyny. As shockwaves from the controversial election continue to reverberate, these powerful voices are amplifying the outrage felt by many Americans.
“Convicted Felon, Rapist, Bigot”: Madonna Eviscerates Trump
In a blistering Instagram post, Madonna expressed disbelief at the re-election of a man she described as “a convicted felon, rapist, bigot.” The Queen of Pop pulled no punches, openly questioning how such an individual could be chosen to lead the nation, even if some view him as beneficial for the economy.
Trying to get my head around why a convicted felon, rapist, bigot was chosen to lead our country because he’s good for the economy?
Madonna, via Instagram
Madonna’s fury was further evident in a photo she shared of a cake emblazoned with the words “F**k Trump” in frosting. The provocative image was captioned: “Stuffed my face with this cake last night!”
A History of Defiance
This is not the first time Madonna has taken aim at Trump. At the Women’s March in Washington DC following his 2017 inauguration, she infamously declared that she had thought “an awful lot about blowing up the White House.” While she later clarified that she does not condone violence, her bold statement underscores the depths of her opposition to the divisive president.
Billie Eilish: Trump “Hates Women So, So Deeply”
Joining the chorus of condemnation is pop sensation Billie Eilish. During a concert in Nashville, the 21-year-old superstar lamented Trump’s victory, pointedly referring to him as “someone who hates women so, so deeply.” She went on to reassure her fans that they are “safe and protected” at her shows.
A person who is a… let’s say convicted predator, someone who hates women so, so deeply is about to be the president of the United States of America.
Billie Eilish, at a Nashville concert
Eilish’s comments come amidst ongoing concerns over women’s rights, particularly in light of the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v Wade during Trump’s previous term. Her 2022 song “TV” alluded to this seismic shift with the lyrics: “The internet’s gone wild watching movie stars on trial / While they’re overturning Roe v Wade.”
A Checkered Past
While Trump has not been criminally convicted of rape or predatory behavior, his history is marred by serious allegations. In 2023, a civil claim determined it was “substantially true” that Trump had raped journalist E Jean Carroll in the mid-1990s. A separate 2022 lawsuit found him liable for sexual abuse, though his countersuit for defamation was dismissed.
Most notably, Trump made history in May as the first former president convicted of a crime – 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments. With his sentencing slated for November 26, the specter of his legal troubles looms large over his renewed presidency.
A Growing Chorus of Celebrity Critics
Madonna and Eilish are not alone in their condemnation. Fellow musicians Jack White, Ariana Grande, Cardi B, and Ethel Cain have all voiced their distress over Trump’s re-election. In a scathing Instagram post, White Stripes frontman Jack White labeled Trump “a known, obvious fascist” and a “wannabe dictator,” even announcing a lawsuit over the unauthorized use of the band’s hit song “Seven Nation Army.”
The outrage extends beyond the music industry, with actors John Cusack, Viola Davis, and Jamie Lee Curtis also speaking out. Curtis captured the mood of many, defiantly declaring: “We wake up and fight. Fight for women and our children and their futures and fight against tyranny, one day at a time. One fight at a time. One protest at a time. That’s what it means to be an American.”
A Nation Divided
As these powerhouse celebrities use their platforms to denounce Trump, it remains to be seen whether their voices will galvanize broader resistance or further entrench the sharp divisions that define the American political landscape. With passions running high on both sides, the coming years promise to be a crucible for the nation’s identity and values.
One thing is certain: for Madonna, Billie Eilish, and a growing chorus of Trump detractors, silence is not an option. They are determined to hold the president accountable, rally their fans, and fight for the soul of America, one scathing rebuke at a time.
