Trump Appoints Hollywood Legends as Special Ambassadors to Revive the Industry
President-elect Donald Trump has made a bold move to revitalize hollywood, appointing iconic actors Mel Gibson, Jon Voight, and Sylvester Stallone as his “Special Ambassadors” to the entertainment industry. In a statement on his social media platform, Trump declared his mission to make hollywood “bigger, better, and stronger” than ever before.
The declaration comes as Hollywood faces significant challenges, including a 26% decline in overall production since 2021, according to data from ProdPro. The industry has been further impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2023 Hollywood guild strikes, and recent LA wildfires, which have disrupted filming schedules and forced evacuations.
Trump’s decision to appoint these three actors reflects his vision of restoring Hollywood to its former glory. “They will serve as Special Envoys to me to bringing Hollywood, which has lost much business over the last four years to Foreign Countries, BACK—BIGGER, BETTER, AND STRONGER THAN EVER BEFORE!” he wrote on Truth social.
The trio’s appointment also highlights Trump’s nostalgia for the 1980s and ’90s, when Gibson and Stallone were among the biggest stars in the world. Stallone, a frequent guest at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club, recently introduced him at a gala, comparing Trump to george Washington. “Guess what? We got the second George Washington. Congratulations!” Stallone told the crowd.
Gibson, who lost his home in the Palisades fire, expressed surprise at the appointment but pledged his commitment. “Nevertheless, I heed the call. My duty as a citizen is to give any help and insight I can,” he said, jokingly adding, “Any chance the position comes with an Ambassador’s residence?”
Voight, a longtime Trump supporter, echoed the sentiment, stating, “I’m old enough to have touched some years of the Golden Age of Hollywood, and I’ve seen its slow deterioration since.Today, we are in pretty bad shape. Very few films are made here now, but we are fortunate to have an incoming President, who wants to restore Hollywood to its former glory, and with his help, I feel we can get it done.”
The decision also underscores Trump’s willingness to overlook controversial pasts. Gibson’s reputation was marred by a 2006 antisemitic rant during a DUI arrest, but he has as continued to work in mainstream films, including directing the upcoming Mark Wahlberg thriller Flight Risk.Voight, meanwhile, has been a vocal Trump supporter, calling him the greatest president since Abraham lincoln.
As Hollywood grapples with its challenges, the appointment of these three legends signals a new chapter for the industry. Whether they can deliver on Trump’s ambitious vision remains to be seen, but their combined star power and experience could be the catalyst Hollywood needs to reclaim its global dominance.
| Key Points | Details |
|—————-|————-|
| Appointees | Mel Gibson, Jon Voight, Sylvester stallone |
| Mission | Revive Hollywood and boost domestic production |
| Challenges | COVID-19, guild strikes, wildfires, 26% production decline |
| Trump’s Vision | Restore Hollywood to its “Golden Age” |
| notable Quotes | “Bigger, better, and stronger” – Donald Trump |
The road ahead is uncertain, but with these Hollywood heavyweights at the helm, the industry may just have a fighting chance to rise from the ashes.
