British comedian Ricky Gervais recently took to social media to poke fun at celebrities endorsing U.S. Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. As Hollywood stars continue to throw their support behind Harris in the lead-up to the 2024 election, Gervais’s sarcastic take drew widespread attention, highlighting his disdain for celebrity political endorsements.
In a video posted online, Gervais parodied celebrity endorsement culture by presenting himself as a “wellness and beauty influencer.” “Hi guys, Ricky G here,” he said, lying in a bathtub. “As a celebrity, I know all about stuff. Like science and politics.”
Gervais continued his mock pitch, urging viewers to “vote the right way,” adding that doing otherwise would constitute “a hate crime that makes me sad and angry.” He concluded, saying, “and I’ll leave the country. And you don’t want that.”
The comedian’s post quickly went viral, sparking both amusement and debate among social media users. His satire seemed to resonate with viewers frustrated by celebrities’ frequent forays into political endorsements, particularly when those figures appear uninformed on complex policy issues.
Gervais, known for his fearless critiques of Hollywood during his stints as Golden Globes host, has previously expressed disapproval of celebrities who use their fame to sway political opinions. In this video, he alluded to the perception that some public figures promote their political stances with little understanding of the issues, instead appealing to emotion rather than facts.
The timing of Gervais’s commentary comes as Harris trails Republican candidate Donald Trump in key betting markets. According to Polymarket, a popular betting platform, Trump currently holds 57.9% odds of winning compared to Harris’s 42.3%, signaling a competitive race ahead.