In the aftermath of the 2026 midterm elections, Hollywood is buzzing with excitement as Democrats made a striking comeback, reclaiming both chambers of Congress and achieving several historic victories. Following a tumultuous two years that saw Republicans dominate the political landscape, many celebrities took to social media to express their jubilation over the election results and share their thoughts on the shifting political tide.
Celebrity Reactions to Election Results
Among the notable voices celebrating the outcome was Rosie O’Donnell, who has long been an outspoken critic of former President Donald Trump. In a recent clip captured by Really American’s Marco Foster, O’Donnell reflected on the political landscape, stating, “It’s a beautiful morning in the world. The Trump regime is over. Thank you, America. We gave a very loud and clear message to Trump and his sycophants, his criminal friends: We’ve had enough. I’m so proud of our country. Let the investigations begin, people. This is a glorious day. You don’t get to define us, you madman. I love you, America.”
Rosie O’Donnell takes a victory lap: “It’s a beautiful morning in the world. The Trump Regime is over. Thank you America. We gave a very loud and clear message to Trump and his sycophants, his criminal friends: we’ve had enough. I’m so proud of our country. Let the investigations… pic.twitter.com/uwae62Xs0t
— Marco Foster (@MarcoFoster_) November 4, 2026
Voices from the Industry
Actor John Cusack also shared his thoughts via a couple of posts on Bluesky, where he vented his frustration with the Trump administration, stating, “Texas South Carolina Say fuck you to trump.” He followed up with another post expressing his satisfaction over the election results, declaring, “Trump and Musk getting the shit kicked out of them in Texas and all over the country.” Additionally, Cusack highlighted the importance of Trump’s impeachment and removal, commending Michigan Senate race winner Abdul El-Sayed for overcoming a smear campaign.
John Leguizamo seized the moment on Instagram, telling fans, “You did it, we did it, this is redemption time,” urging everyone to focus on fixing the challenges that lie ahead. Meanwhile, Bette Midler expressed her delight simply by posting, “I am OVERJOYED. What a great, great night! Thank you America! You’ve saved your beloved country!!”
Unexpected Responses
In an unexpected twist, James Woods, known for being one of Hollywood’s few staunch Trump supporters, congratulated the Democrats while admonishing the Republicans for their devastating losses. This momentous shift, which saw the GOP lose control of key offices, has been a long-standing aspiration for the Democratic Party, now realized.
Musician Normani expressed her pride over Texas’s election results, sharing on X, “TEXAS YOU MADE ME PROUD 💙🙏🏾✨.” Emmy-winning actor Henry Winkler chimed in as well, after a night filled with passionate postings about the outcomes, saying, “Dreams do come true.”
