Gene Simmons Criticizes Celebrities for Sharing Political Opinions: 'Shut the F*** Up!
Gene Simmons, the lead singer of Kiss, recently expressed his disapproval of celebrities sharing their political opinions, urging them to "shut the f*** up." In a TMZ interview, Simmons criticized Ben Stiller for his comments on the White House using a clip from Tropic Thunder to support military actions in Iran. Simmons sarcastically suggested that people should listen to celebrities because of their qualifications and advised them to "shut the f*** up."
Simmons emphasized that many Americans are tired of wealthy celebrities giving political lectures and suggested that entertainers should focus on their work instead of sharing their views. He specifically mentioned Mark Ruffalo, humorously calling him "Mark Buffalo," and dismissed the actor's political commentary. Simmons joked that asking Kylie Jenner for her opinion on international conflicts would be just as relevant.
The rockstar has consistently opposed celebrities voicing their political views, stating that it is nobody's business who they support. Simmons believes that individuals should not be judged based on their political affiliations and that their opinions should remain private. In his view, celebrities should refrain from engaging in political discussions and focus on their professional endeavors instead.