Singer Billie Eilish took the stage in Nashville to vent her frustration over President-elect Donald Trump’s victory against Vice President Kamala Harris, and it wasn’t subtle. After endorsing Harris and throwing her weight behind the usual Hollywood crowd’s efforts, Eilish went all in, calling Trump a “convicted predator” in a fiery display of emotion that certainly got her fans riled up but left many Americans scratching their heads.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Eilish expressed to her audience, “I kind of couldn’t really fathom doing the show on this day,” before talking about how “it’s such a privilege” to be there with her fans, especially on a day that had her clearly reeling. It didn’t take long for her to bring up the topic of “abuse that exists in this world upon women,” a theme she and her brother, Finneas O’Connell, have explored in their music. “To tell you the truth,” she claimed, “I’ve never met one single woman who doesn’t have a story of abuse,” proceeding to suggest that someone she described as a “convicted predator” is now the president.
Now, there’s no denying the big names in Hollywood—from Taylor Swift and Beyonce to George Clooney and Julia Roberts—were all on Team Kamala. But despite the A-list endorsements and relentless media fawning, Harris came up short. Trump not only swept the Electoral College with a decisive 312-226 victory, but he also clinched the popular vote, earning close to 5 million more votes than Harris. So, despite Eilish’s claims of being the voice of the people, it turns out that millions of Americans wanted Trump back.
Eilish wrapped up her emotional tirade by trying to console her fans, assuring them that they’re “safe” in her concert. But here’s the irony: the vast majority of Americans voted for Trump because they believe he makes them feel secure. Harris’ campaign tried every Hollywood trick in the book, but the voters saw through it. And that’s the crux of it—while Eilish, Harris, and their Hollywood buddies think they’re speaking for America, the real America just sent a very clear message at the ballot box.
Billie Eilish delivers speech before performing ‘Your Power’ at her concert in Nashville, Tennessee tonight:
“Someone who hates women so, so deeply is about to be the President. This song is for all the women out there. I love you, I support you.”
— Pop Base (@PopBase) November 7, 2024
When it comes down to it, the glitz and glamour of Hollywood can’t hide the fact that Trump speaks to everyday Americans who want to feel safe, empowered, and economically secure. Trump’s victory proves that despite the star-studded endorsements, people across the country chose policies over pop stars. In the end, Trump’s victory is a testament to the strength of American values. While Hollywood talks a big game, it’s the hardworking voters across the nation who truly make America great.
