Ricky Gervais’ brutal takedown of celebrity endorsements as election race tightens

A resurfaced video of Ricky Gervais mocking Hollywood stars who claim they “know all about stuff… like science and politics” has gone viral.

In the video posted to X, Mr Gervais joked, “If you don’t vote the right way that’s like hate crime and it makes me sad and angry.”

The comedian posted the video on June 10, but influencers are re-sharing the video now as more celebrities speak out about their political views.

Last week singer Jennifer Lopez threw her support behind Kamala Harris in an emotional speech.

“You know what, we should be emotional, we should be scared and outraged,” the singer and actress said.

[johnnyt]

If a celebrity can change your vote you don't deserve one.

[jaymac]

J Lo's fake crying 😂😂 And Cardi B once again just came across as stupid and uninformed 😭😭 lol 😂

[bennettcornish]

They’re all demons. Sold their soul for the establishment

[Tombbistol]

Right, let’s trust Diddy’s ex girlfriend’s life decisions~

[Jwatty]

Cardi B is ridiculous. Annoying and out of touch.

[eastofthegoodones.]

Why are all the celebs connected to PDiddy suddenly coming out of the shadows and endorsing Harris?

[gtate]

Celebrity endorsement has made me rethink my feelings about celebrities. 🎉 MAGA

[BladeRiderAU]

Either paid or terrified of the Epstein files release.

[Swindon]

Imagine making your political decisions based on the views of Cardi B.

[batkinson]

These people are professional liars. Why would anyone trust them?

[NDp]

Jlo never cried and warned people about Diddy.

[LizyDuskdragon]

imagine saying the cost of living is too high and then endorsing the party responsible for it

[tadroid]

These are multi-millionaire entertainers and actors. WTF do they know about what it is to be a working person in the USA or anywhere in the West right now?

[kevindelandrealty]

The Diddy tapes scaring the living daylight out of those nasty actor and singer creeps...

[randycook]

Wealthy celebrities live in a different reality from middle class families. They don't have to ration food to their children, put socks back because they can't afford them, or pay utility bills with credit cards. Rich celebrities don't pay our bills so why should they tell us how to vote.

[conniedan]

Another Disappointment, Harrison Ford sold out

[joseehyper]

Seeing certain celebrities endorsement has allowed situations where I boycott the celebrities themselves...

[Alex-ljy]

J lo looks more scared than anything like she might go to prison

[Hannah-fsoh]

I am a 70 year old woman and the first time I ever voted was in 1972 when I was 18. In all that time, I have never voted for someone based on some empty headed celebrity's tearful plea.

[wfamily]

JLo is going for an Oscar with that act and Cardi B has to read from her phone.. say no more… MAGA 2024 ❤