OPINION: America has spoken, and it’s handed a reality check to Hollywood elites who thought their star power extended to shaping the nation’s political views.

While Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Lady Gaga may dominate the charts and sell out arenas with ease, this election has proven that their influence in the political sphere is not as far-reaching as they might have believed.

Harris’ campaign went to great lengths to pander to any potential voter, but it hit an all-time low by bringing in rapper Cardi B to “speak” at a rally. Just like Kamala, Cardi couldn’t manage without a teleprompter, exposing the hollow nature of the stunt.

Can’t imagine why she didn’t resonate with the American public with lyrics like “There’s some whores in this house, There’s some whores in this house, There’s some whores in this house (hol’ up).”

Hollywood figures have been vocal critics, throwing their weight behind progressive candidates and causes, but in the end, the American public seemed largely unfazed.

For years, Hollywood has not only led entertainment but also tried to steer cultural and political conversations, assuming that its views would be readily adopted by millions. 

Celebrities endorsed, tweeted, rallied, and preached, filling social media with their political preferences and encouraging fans to follow suit. Their attempt to create new social narratives has been overwhelmingly rejected.

Yet, this election result has served as a resounding response from the American people—fame and influence in movies, music, and fashion don’t necessarily translate to influence in the voting booth.

Trump’s victory strikes a blow to the notion that stardom equates to authority on matters of policy and governance. 

In the minds of many Americans, actors, musicians, and social media influencers are entertainers first, and their forays into politics are not taken as seriously as they might think. 

The message is loud and clear: the public wants Hollywood to stay in its lane.