Celebrity Supporters of the President Options

[Lisa_]

Celebrity Supporters of President George W. Bush

This is a list of celebrities who specifically support President Bush. It does not include Republicans who do not speak out; it does not include those who simply support the troops. They have to, either in voice or deeds, show support for the president.

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Alabama

[quote]"We are very proud to be in the hometown of George W. Bush," said lead singer Randy Owen before leading the crowd through America the Beautiful. [/quote]
The comment was a purposeful response to Dixie Chick Natalie Maines' disparaging remarks about the president and his military agenda last week. Owen's pro-Bush stance was met by one of the strongest crowd affirmations of the rodeo's 20 days.

http://www.chron.com/cs/CDA/story.hts/rodeo/1821398

Robert Conrad

At the Veterans salute to the incoming Administration for GW Bush:

[quote]"Things are going to change!" actor Robert Conrad declared, and the crowd roared its approval.[/quote]
http://www.inform.umd.edu/News/CNS/wire/20...Salute_CNS-UMCP

Tom Cruise

Cruise, who plays the lead in Spielberg's sci-fi movie "Minority Report," which opens in Rome today, was more reserved [than Spielberg] but came down on the side of the U.S. president.

[quote]"Personally I don't have all the information that President Bush has, but I believe Saddam has committed many crimes against humanity and against his own people," Cruise said.[/quote]
http://www.newsmax.com/showinside.shtml?a=...002/9/27/143936

Charlie Daniels

Clicking the link will bring up his fantastic “Open Letter To The Hollywood Bunch”

http://www.charliedaniels.com/soapbox/03/242.html

Bo Derek

Actress, outspoken conservative, worked for President Bush's election and made personal appearances including the Republican convention. We've seen her support Bush on TV appearances numerous times.

Shannen Doherty

[quote]"(She's) a big supporter of President Bush”[/quote]
http://www.mediaresearch.org/cyberalerts/2...b20030422.asp#4

Dennis Franz

[quote]"Have these people (protesters) forgotten what happen on Sept. 11?" Franz wondered. "Don't they remember all those people - the women, the children - on those planes who were non-deserving of having their lives taken from them?[/quote]
[quote]"Freedom - the same freedom that allows them to protest - doesn't come easy. There are times when you have to stand up and prove yourself to the rest of the world, that we will defend our way of life. [/quote]
[quote]"I back our president all the way. Let's face it - there are just some evil people in the world and they have to be dealt with."[/quote]

http://www.hollywood-hero.us/Hall%20of%20F...and%20Shame.htm

[quote]On the April 1, 2003 edition of the syndicated program Extra Dennis Franz, who plays “Detective Andy Sipowicz” on NYPD Blue, declared: “I think we're doing the right thing.” Franz, who fought in Vietnam for nearly a year, urged Americans to get behind the troops: “They are defending our country. Thank God that we have people in this world that are willing to do it.”[/quote]
http://www.mediaresearch.org/cyberalerts/2...b20030404.asp#9

Morgan Freeman

Morgan Freeman isn’t among Hollywood’s Bush bashers. The “High Crimes” star was in Brazil recently and told people that so far, George W. has been a “perfect president.”

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/news/676455/posts

Angie Harmon

[quote]"I'm not going to wear a NO WAR t-shirt and act like I'm in on the meetings and I know what's going on, because I don't. I think Bush has what's in our country's best interest in his heart."[/quote]
Weekly News Issue 424 March 23, 2003

Wayne Gretzky

[quote]"Being a U.S. citizen, I happen to think the president (George W. Bush) of the United States is a great leader," he said on Monday in Calgary. "I think he's a wonderful man, and if he thinks what he's doing is right, I back him 100 per cent.

“If the president decides to go to war, he must know more than we know or hear about. He must have good reason to go. And we have to back that. It's as simple as that."[/quote]
http://www.weeklystandard.com/Content/Publ...02/437kmhth.asp

Kid Rock

Okay, so he's not exactly endorsing the president. But, we like it anyway!

[quote]"Why is everybody trying to stop the war? George Bush ain't been saying, 'You all, make shi**y records.' Politicians and music don't mix. It's like whisky and wine. [Musicians] ought to stay out of it."

"We got to kill that mother-[bleeper] Saddam," he says. "Slit his throat. Kill him and the guy in North Korea." Are some women and children going to die? "Yeah. But is doing the right thing. You got money, you sit around talking about peace. People who don't have money need some help."...[/quote]

Shirley Jones

[quote]"It's astonishing to see how many of these Hollywood big-wigs are trying to undermine President Bush."[/quote]

Matt LaBlanc

[quote]"The people that are making those decision are far more informed than I am. I think that they -- [and] this may be perceived by some as blind faith -- are right, and I believe in our system, I believe in our president, and I believe in our government, and I think if there's some f---ing psycho out there arming and getting ready and absolutely flat-out breaking his word he's given to the rest of the world, not just the United States, but the rest of the world, the rest of the world doesn't have the ...b---, well, I'm just an actor. I believe in our country."[/quote]

Rob Lowe

Sheen’s former co-star on “The West Wing,” told Fox News Channel's "Fox & Friends" that Americans should support our armed forces, and that the best way to do that is to support our commander in chief.

http://www.newsmax.com/archives/articles/2...3/4/95343.shtml

Brian McKnight

Singer Brian McKnight told MSNBC,
[quote]“If we do go to war ... I'm going to support whatever President Bush decides to do.” [/quote]
http://www.newsmax.com/archives/articles/2...3/4/95343.shtml

Dennis Miller

(See the Dennis Miller Tribute Page in this forum)

Ricky Schroder

[quote]"He's a fantastic guy, let me tell you that. I told him I wanted to help him get re-elected."[/quote]
http://www.mediaresearch.org/cyberalerts/2...b20030422.asp#4

Steven Spielberg

[quote]“President Bush has reliable information on the fact that Saddam Hussein is making weapons of mass destruction and steps being taken against Iraq are valid.”[/quote]
He added that those policies were "solid and rooted in reality."

http://www.newsmax.com/showinside.shtml?a=...002/9/27/143936

Ben Stein

[quote]"W. is not stupid. In the real world, where actions count, W. is a genius. Get used to it."[/quote]

Fred Thompson

[quote]“Thank goodness we have a president with the courage to protect our country. When people ask, 'What has Saddam done to us?' I ask, 'What had the 9/11 hijackers done to us before 9/11?”[/quote]
http://www.marchonhollywood.com/roll_thompson.shtml

Travis Tritt

[quote]"The bottom line is ... what's going to happen is going to happen. To be a good American — regardless of which side you're on — you have to get behind President Bush. More important, you have to get behind the troops." [/quote]
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,81413,00.html

Janine Turner

[quote]"I'm a Texan and a Republican. I met with President Bush, when he was governor, about children's issues. I'm hoping I can be of service."[/quote]
http://www.jerseygop.com/RepublicanBabes40.html

JEAN-CLAUDE VAN DAMME

[quote]"Americans need to know that there are Hollywood stars who support President George Bush and believe he's doing the right thing by confronting Saddam Hussein. Those protesting (the war) are part of the axis of ignorance."[/quote]
http://www.zap2it.com/movies/features/scen...--16056,00.html

Bruce Willis

[quote]“I'm sick of the antiwar attitude."[/quote]
[quote]”If you guys vote for Al Gore, you're out of your minds… Gore's a knucklehead… just the lying and mendacity of the last eight years of the regime that Al Gore was a part and parcel of… I mean, there is only so much lying the American people will take before they go, 'Uh, this doesn't seem like a good idea.' You have to look at what he does and what he stands for.”[/quote]
http://www.marchonhollywood.com/roll_willis.shtml

James Woods

Woods maintained on NBC’s October 12 Tonight Show:

[quote]"Now, of course, I think the President is doing an extraordinary job. It’s a good thing I’m not President because I would have just [motioned hand to press a button launching missiles] launched. Okay, I’m sorry, I just would have. But our President and I just, I love George Bush right now and I always have. I’m the only guy in LA who voted for him [audience applauded]. And I have to tell you the way he’s handling it is very deliberate, very careful and so on and doing the right thing."[/quote]
http://www.mediaresearch.org/cyberalerts/2...b20011015.asp#6

Tiger Woods

[quote]“I have great respect for the men and women fighting overseas to protect our way of life in Iraq and other parts of the world. As the son of an Army officer, I understand the strength, courage and discipline required to successfully carry out their missions in hostile environments and feel tremendous pride they are representing us.

”Obviously, no one likes war. Our Congress and President tried hard to avoid the use of force, but ultimately decided it was the best course of action. I like the assertiveness shown by President Bush and think we owe it to our political and military leaders, along with our brave soldiers to be as supportive as possible during these difficult and trying times. I just wanted to take this opportunity to let our forces know that I am thinking about you and wishing you and your families the best. “[/quote]
http://origin-www.tigerwoods.com/news/full...=22648&atpval=0

An aside: Stars that took part in the inaugural ball for G.W.

http://inauguration.belointeractive.com/ge...notebook16.html

[Ptarmigan]

That's nice of them. Jean-Claude Van Damme could revive his career. I kind of missed him. Some of them I always will respect them, while some of them I can careless or hate them.

[OUconservative]

It is really nice to hear about Hollywood Celebrities that do support the President. Thank you for this posting. I was beginning to think they all hated America & everything we stand for.

[CherrysHeart]

Great to see the list and read the comments! Thanks! (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[evil monkey]

I've never really been a big fan of Van Damme, but I've got to admit, I like that "axis of ignorance" bit. (IMG:http://www.rightnation.us/forums/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

[JDavidChadwick]

You forgot Britney Spears!

[MCO_Carter]

You forgot Britney Spears!

Actually yes, about a month ago she went on record in an interview as saying she supports and believes in President Bush. In November of 2001 she did a special concert that was on HBO and broadcast it to several military installations across the country.

[Italian Biker]

I'm sure the Motor City Madman, the Damndest Yankee of them all, Terrible Ted Nugent, had said some things also. So lets not forget Ted has always been in this fight. Not that he's a "hollywood" person as he's mostly music, but look at all the idiots in the music industry that have chimed in with their stupidity.His father, by the way, was career military.
Don't forget 3 Doors Down also.

One thing that I don't understand is that Dave Matthews, while acknowledging how bad Saddam Hussein is, doesn't think he should have been dealt with in the way he was.

[raccoon2k]

How about Kelsey Grammer of "Frasier:

Actor Kelsey Grammer, who plays the lead role in NBC's "Frasier" sitcom, said he refused to watch this year's Academy Awards because of the anti-war "crap" that fellow celebrities spewed.

Grammer said he was spared filmmaker Michael Moore's anti-war acceptance speech and attack on the Bush administration at the March 23rd Academy Awards. "I didn't hear it because I didn't watch [the Academy Awards], Grammer told CNSNews.com.

"I wasn't interested. I knew that that kind of crap was going to be there and I thought, I am not interested," Grammer added.

While accepting an Oscar for his anti-gun documentary "Bowling For Columbine," Moore said, "We live in a time where we have a man sending us to war for fictitious reasons...Shame on you, Mr. Bush, shame on you."

Grammer called Moore's movie "a one-sided film" and blamed the media for giving so much publicity to Moore's anti-war speech.

"The media just loves to pay attention to whatever is happening that makes the most noise," Grammer explained.

Or Jason Priestly of 90120

Jason Priestley of "Beverly Hills 90210" television fame, agreed with Grammer and lamented the excessive coverage of anti-war celebrities by what he termed the "liberal media."

"I think more people should keep their opinions to themselves," Priestley said. He was particularly incensed by Moore's acceptance speech.

"It was shocking. I did not believe that was the forum to voice your opinions. Michael Moore is allowed to have opinions and his opinions are valid like everyone else's opinion, but I just didn't think the Academy Awards were the place to voice them in that manner," he explained.

Actor Rober Duvall:

"They should keep their mouths shut," Duvall said.

And there are many other upstanding Celebrities in the article

[Michoel]

Saw Ron silver with Bill maher recently and he was very supportive of the President

[Nick]

So it's laudable when celebrities speak out in favour of a Republican, but it's contemptible when they speak out against a Republican?

This post has been edited by quickbeam: Jan 21 2004, 11:19 PM

[nanabtcw]

Well, actually its the way they do it. They can't just say they don't agree with him or like him, they have to call him an f***ing idiot, say they are ashamed they are from Texas because he is, etc... Its contemptable the way they go about it. They only make themselves look stupid.

This post has been edited by nanabtcw: Jan 22 2004, 11:20 AM

So it's laudable when celebrities speak out in favour of a Republican, but it's contemptible when they speak out against a Republican?

QB, go back into your little spider hole.
No conservative celebrity ever compared Clinton with Hitler, or wished for all the US soldiers to die in Kosovo, or anything like that. Take a look at the comments made by celebs on both sides of the political spectrum before you post your asinine comments just trying to infuriate people.

[Ben]

Actor Gary Sinise.

Of Mice and Men (1992)
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Forrest Gump (1994)
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Apollo 13 (1995)
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Snake Eyes (1998)
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The Forgotten (2004)


He is a proud member of the newly created Fallen Heroes Last Wish Foundation, "a non-profit organization designed to assist the children of the soldiers who have died in Operation Iraqi Freedom with a financial gift to help in a time of need."

Shortly after we went into Afghanistan I volunteered for the USO... I'm just an individual who supports the troops no matter who is in the White House. The troops are the troops, they defend our country and deserve our support.

(Gary Sinise at Foxnews Fox Live, Feb 2004)

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Gary Sinise visits Aviano AIR BASE, Italy (USAFENS) July 8, 2003

The appreciation for such visits is mutual, said Bagley. “I’ve seen about three celebrity USO visits in my Air Force career, and each one really lifted spirits. It’s nice to know that despite some celebrities who are so vocally against us, there are those out there who really do support the military and will come all this way to show us.

(Master Sgt. Steven Bagley, 31st Communications Squadron, brought his wife, Jennifer, and their son, Travis, to meet the celebrity)

Good man, I doubt Gary will ever be pinned a UN friend for this great service. Some are mice (99% of Hollywood celebrities), and some are Men.

[Lady O'Reilly]

I've always been a fan of his and now I am even more!!! What a great man!!

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[Rocky91182]

I haven't gone to the New York Daily News, but I got this from James Hirsen's Left Coast Report about JERRY BRUCKHEIMER:

According to the New York Daily News, Bruckheimer said that "eventually we'll realize that we did the right thing by removing a brutal dictator. I know I'm in the minority, but I like Bush."

For one of Hollywood's biggest producers--and certainly the industry's most famous and popular--Like is a strong word for someone in his position.

You forgot Britney Spears!

Actually yes, about a month ago she went on record in an interview as saying she supports and believes in President Bush. In November of 2001 she did a special concert that was on HBO and broadcast it to several military installations across the country.

Then she cancelled that statement out when she said "I would rather listen to Madonna than the President".

So it's laudable when celebrities speak out in favour of a Republican, but it's contemptible when they speak out against a Republican?

Or it's OK when Bill Maher made pot shots against Bush, but Rush Limbaugh better be grovelling at Clinton's feet and begging his mercy?

It's OK when Susan Surrandon said Bush was "more dangerous than Bin Laden", but we should mind our p's and q's and worship the ground Clinton walked on?

Kinda like that?

Nick you're as irrelevant as they come..... you bash Bush for committing troops to Iraq but refused to point the finger at your own PM for doing the same.

This post has been edited by Trance7500: Apr 14 2004, 11:03 AM

[pcnav]

So it's laudable when celebrities speak out in favour of a Republican, but it's contemptible when they speak out against a Republican?

Actually that should read "It's laudable when a celeb speaks out for what they can prove is right and should be held in contempt when they are completely wrong".

Let's all chip in and buy QB Nick some books...his word count is getting low.

Let's all chip in and buy QB Nick some books...his word count is getting low.

You mean like a dictionary?