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Hollywood reacts to Joe Biden's decision to withdraw from the U.S. presidential race.

Hollywood reacts to Joe Biden's decision to withdraw from the U.S. presidential race.

By Mounira Magdy

Published: July 22, 2024

Hollywood rushed to respond to the news that U.S. President Joe Biden has ended his reelection bid and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris.

Barbara Streisand, a Democratic party advocate, wrote on X on Sunday: "We should be grateful for his support of our democracy." While many praised Biden's presidency, others wondered about the future.

Cher wrote on X that she felt "tortured" because she does not believe that Democrats can win with Biden, saying it is time to think "outside the box" and suggested holding primaries.

In recent weeks, many prominent names in Hollywood have begun calling for Biden to exit the race. Just weeks after he topped a record-breaking fundraising campaign for his reelection, George Clooney wrote an op-ed in The New York Times urging Biden to end his bid.

Clooney stated that the party should choose a new candidate, saying the process would be "messy" but would "wake up" voters in favor of the party.

Among others who attended or participated in the star-studded fundraising event in Los Angeles were Julia Roberts, Streisand, Jimmy Kimmel, former President Barack Obama, Jack Black, Cheryl Lee Ralph, Kathryn Hahn, and Jason Bateman.

Ralph posted a photo with Harris on Sunday, writing, "President Biden endorsed Kamala Harris!".

Here are some reactions from prominent celebrities:

Barbara Streisand

"Joe Biden will be remembered in history as a man who achieved significant accomplishments during his four-year term. We should be grateful for his support of our democracy."

Cher

"My heart aches because I don’t believe the Democrats can win the presidency with 'President Biden' 'Joe' whom I loved since we met in 2008. I campaigned for him and think it’s time to pass the baton, think outside the box."

Rob Reiner

"Joe Biden is a man of high character. He has served the United States tirelessly and effectively for over 50 years. He has shown what true leadership means. Selflessness with deep respect for our Constitution and the rule of law. Thank you, Joe, we can now throw a punch at Donald Trump."

Mark Hamill

"Joe Biden has an unparalleled record of achievements compared to any president in our lifetime. He has restored honesty, dignity, and integrity to the office after 4 years of lies, crime, scandal, and chaos. Thank you for your service, Mr. President. It is now our duty as patriotic Americans to elect a Democrat who will honor and build upon your legacy."

George Takei

"I want to honor our President Joe Biden. He has served our nation impressively for decades; he is an honorable and respected man and a highly successful and patriotic president. Now let’s unite behind @KamalaHarris to defeat Donald Trump in November!".

Russell Brand

"Joe Biden has endorsed Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination after ending his reelection bid. We're in a wild world, my friend." Brand recently stated that voters should choose Trump over Biden.

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