Celebrities Voice Outrage Over US Military Action in Iran
High-profile figures from the entertainment world have spoken out forcefully against the United States and Israel's coordinated airstrikes on Iran, which occurred overnight. The military action has drawn sharp condemnation from artists and actors, who have taken to social media to express their dismay and criticism of President Donald Trump's administration.
Rock Star Jack White Launches Scathing Attack on Trump
Jack White, the renowned former frontman of The White Stripes, posted a lengthy and sarcastic critique on Instagram. He mocked Trump's announcement of the strikes, questioning the president's attire and demeanour during such a serious moment.
"Don't you love seeing him declare war on a country while wearing a trucker hat that says 'USA' on it?" White wrote. "Behold the leader of the 'Board of Peace.' For the next war announcement donny, may I suggest having your feet up on the Resolute desk while eating a Big Mac in a velvet track suit?"
White's post continued with a pointed commentary on the human cost of conflict, suggesting that Trump's family would not bear the brunt of military engagements. He concluded with a biting remark about the Nobel Peace Prize, writing, "Can you believe donny hasn't received a real Nobel Peace Prize yet? Unfair! Maybe in his third term he'll get one."
Rosie O'Donnell and Carrie Coon Join the Fray
Comedian Rosie O'Donnell also utilised social media to highlight what she perceives as hypocrisy in Trump's actions. She shared a post contrasting two quotes from Trump's 2024 presidential campaign, where he positioned himself as a candidate of peace, with the caption "He lies only and always #impeachtrump."
Meanwhile, actress Carrie Coon, known for her role in The White Lotus, posted a succinct yet powerful message on X, formerly Twitter. She wrote, "'Department of War.' They weren't kidding about that," referencing the historical name of the US Department of Defense.
Stephen King Cites Constitutional Concerns
Horror author Stephen King entered the discussion with a focus on legal and constitutional matters. He pointed out that under Article I, Section 8 of the US Constitution, only Congress holds the power to declare war. King added a blunt call for impeachment, stating, "Impeach the SOB."
Trump Announces Death of Iranian Supreme Leader
President Donald Trump confirmed via his Truth Social platform that the strikes resulted in the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Trump described Khamenei as "one of the most evil people in History" and framed his death as an opportunity for the Iranian people to reclaim their country.
A senior Israeli government source informed The Independent that Khamenei, who had overseen Iran's rise as a dominant Middle Eastern power since 1989, was killed in a strike that completely destroyed his compound. Trump also acknowledged that the US had engaged in "major combat operations" within Iran.
The celebrity backlash underscores the deep divisions and intense public reaction to the military escalation, with figures from music, comedy, acting, and literature uniting in their vocal opposition to the administration's actions.
