Zachary Levi on Trump Endorsement: Hollywood’s Cold Shoulder and Hidden Conservative Voices

Zachary Levi, the charismatic star of Shazam!, has found himself on the fringes of Hollywood’s inner circle after openly endorsing President Donald Trump. The actor revealed in a candid interview that his political stance has led some industry players to shy away from working with him. "My team has let me know there are folks who’d rather not collaborate with me because of my views," Levi said, acknowledging the professional risks he anticipated when he made his endorsement public.

Despite the chilly reception from some quarters, Levi remains unfazed, noting that his bold move has also won him allies. "There are others who respect the courage it took and are eager to work with me because I dared to think differently," he shared. This polarized response highlights a deeper divide in Hollywood, where political beliefs can shape careers as much as talent.

Levi’s support for Trump, expressed ahead of the 2024 election, sparked backlash but also revealed a hidden truth: Hollywood harbors a silent contingent of conservative voices. "I’ve received messages from many in the industry who secretly voted for Trump but are too afraid to say so publicly," Levi disclosed. He’s become a beacon for these "closeted conservatives," urging them to step out boldly or stay true to their own pace.

In a pointed response to Whoopi Goldberg’s claim on The View that Hollywood leans right, Levi countered that only a few established stars, like Jon Voight or Dennis Quaid, can afford to be openly Republican without fear of repercussions. "There are plenty of people in Hollywood terrified to admit they’re conservative," he said, citing the industry’s punitive undercurrents.

Levi doesn’t shy away from Trump’s flaws, admitting he’s not a fan of the former president’s brash style. "Nobody’s calling him the Orange Messiah," he quipped, emphasizing that his support stems from a belief in Trump’s broader mission to steer the country away from chaos. At an event alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard, Levi endorsed Trump as a pragmatic choice in a "broken world."

As Hollywood grapples with its own upheavals—pandemic fallout, strikes, and shifting dynamics—Levi predicts the industry’s gatekeepers are losing their grip. His message to those still in the shadows? "If you’re holding back because of an industry that’s crumbling, don’t let fear stop you."