The 2024 US presidential election has left the nation in a state of shock and disarray, as Donald Trump's unexpected victory over Kamala Harris has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Celebrities, who had rallied behind the Democratic candidate, have expressed their disappointment and anger, reflecting the deep divisions that have emerged within the country.

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The Shock Waves in Hollywood

The Republican's Tuesday victory over opponent Kamala Harris has left many in the entertainment industry reeling. A-list names, including Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Bruce Springsteen, and Julia Roberts, had lent their support to the Democratic campaign, only to see their efforts fall short. The director of the critically acclaimed film "Don't Look Up," Adam McKay, expressed his frustration with the Democratic party's handling of the past year, questioning their strategy and criticizing their embrace of fracking and the Cheneys.Rapper Cardi B, who had appeared at a rally for Harris, shared her disappointment on Instagram, conveying her sadness and anger over the outcome. In a live video, she urged her followers to "burn your fucking hats" and expressed her disbelief at the country's decision.

Voices of Concern and Resolve

Oscar-winning actress Jamie Lee Curtis penned a lengthy Instagram post, warning that the result would usher in a "more restrictive, some fear draconian time" and that minority groups would now be more afraid. However, she also called for a renewed fight, urging her followers to "wake up and fight" for women, children, and against tyranny.Actor John Cusack, known for his outspoken political views, described the country's choice as a "sign of deep nihilism," going so far as to call Trump a "convicted felon rapist and Nazi."Christina Applegate, the star of "Dead to Me" and "Married... with Children," expressed her concern for the impact the result would have on women's rights, with her child "sobbing" over the potential loss of those rights.

Warnings and Lamentations

The Wire actor Wendell Pierce congratulated Harris on her campaign but warned of the consequences of Trump's victory, including the long-lasting impact on the Supreme Court and the president's "racism, misogyny, xenophobia."Author Stephen King drew a poignant analogy, comparing democracy to a fragile, beautiful item that, once broken, can never be the same. Duncan Jones, the director of "Moon" and son of the late David Bowie, expressed a sense of "Brexity" pessimism, suggesting that the country may have "overestimated the goodness in people."Singer Ethel Cain's response was particularly scathing, as she wished for Trump voters to never find peace and to live with the "knowledge and guilt of what you've done and who you are as a person." The British author Philip Pullman simply bid farewell to the country, writing, "Goodbye, America. It was nice knowing you."

A Divided Nation Grapples with the Aftermath

The 2024 US presidential election has laid bare the deep divisions within the country, with the unexpected triumph of Donald Trump leaving many in the entertainment industry and beyond deeply concerned about the future. As the nation grapples with the aftermath, the calls for unity, resistance, and a renewed fight for democratic values have echoed across the land, underscoring the challenges that lie ahead.