Health Secretary RFK Jr. and Kid Rock Face Widespread Mockery Over Unusual Fitness Clip
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and rock musician Kid Rock have been heavily criticised after releasing a peculiar workout video that has sparked ridicule online. The 72-year-old cabinet member filmed the clip at Kid Rock's luxurious mansion in Nashville, Tennessee, where he notably exercised while wearing jeans.
Bizarre Scenes in the Controversial Video
The video, posted by Kennedy on Tuesday, features him tearing off his shirt, lifting weights, and jumping into a cold plunge pool—all while still wearing his denim trousers. Set to Kid Rock's 1999 rap-metal hit 'Bawitdaba,' the footage also shows the pair playing paddleball and drinking glasses of whole milk. Kennedy accompanied the post with the caption 'Get active and eat real food,' promoting the Trump administration's Make America Healthy Again campaign.
However, the unconventional health promotion has drawn sharp backlash, with many viewers mocking the secretary's decision to keep his jeans on during aquatic activities. One social media user exclaimed, 'Why is RFK Jr. working out in jeans like a weirdo? And that 70s porn-style graphics in the pool milk drinking scene. What the actual heck?'
Political Figures and Critics Voice Their Disapproval
The criticism extended to prominent political figures, with California Governor Gavin Newsom sharing a screenshot from the video alongside the caption: 'Is this after toilet seat #2 or #3?' This remark referenced Kennedy's recent admission on a podcast that he used to 'snort cocaine off of toilet seats' during his youth.
Additionally, Alyssa Farah Griffin, co-host of The View, expressed her bewilderment on social media, writing, 'What did I just watch?' Kennedy, known for embracing the Trump administration's macho image and frequently disrobing for workouts, has previously addressed the jeans controversy, stating he finds it more 'convenient' and is now 'used to it.'
Kid Rock's Recent Conservative Engagement
Kid Rock's involvement in the video follows his headline performance at Turning Point USA's alternative America's Halftime show during the Super Bowl. The conservative group's event attracted millions of viewers, coinciding with former President Donald Trump's public dispute with Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny over his Latino performance on February 8, 2026, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
This incident highlights the ongoing scrutiny of public figures' health messaging and the blending of politics with celebrity culture, raising questions about the effectiveness of such unconventional campaigns.
