Interview abruptly cut short as actor expresses support for Trump
I remember years ago seeing a television spoof of a fast-talking used car salesman attempting to sell a vehicle to a potential customer.
As the salesman gives his pitch, a part falls off the vehicle.
Not missing a beat, the salesman grabs the prospect, whirls him away from the defective part and continues his spiel regarding the defective car.
Something like that happened on the BBC’s “Today” radio program when veteran U.S. actor Kelsey Grammer said something he shouldn’t have. At least not in today’s “woke” world.
On the program, Grammer voiced support for former President Donald Trump. And it quickly became a “quick — let’s look over here and not go there” moment.
Actually, “Today” co-host Justin Webb remained polite in his distinct British way, and both Grammer and Webb indicated it was not the choice of either of them to throttle the Trump talk.
Rather, the public relations arm of Paramount+, which is platforming a reboot of Grammer’s decades-old “Frazier” role, was said to be squelching the actor’s reference to Trump.
Following talk of reprising Frazier’s character in a comeback similar to that of television’s “Roseanne” and making reference to a book he authored about the violent death of his sister decades ago, Grammer was asked about his support for Trump.
“I gotta ask you about politics before we finish,” Webb said. “You mentioned Roseanne early on, who had a great comeback, but also was a Trump supporter.
“You were…a Trump supporter,” Webb said. “I’m fascinated to know if you still are.”
“I am,” was the reply. There was a slight hesitation. “And, um, that’s…
“I’ll let that be the end of it,” he quickly concluded.
Frasier star Kelsey Grammer was asked if he was still backing Trump.
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As both Grammer and Webb expressed somewhat awkward laughter, Webb later stated: “That was the end of it.
“Do I have to say?” Webb claimed, “That Kelsey Grammer himself was perfectly happy to go on talking about it.
“The Paramount+ PR people — less happy that he talked about it some length,” he said. “Anyway they decided that we’d had plenty of time for our interview.”
So it was Paramount+ — like a smarmy used car salesman — who had to say Enough of this! Look away!
But the BBC co-host didn’t let Grammer’s shutdown slide. “But I should stress that he was perfectly happy to talk about why he supports Donald Trump,” Webb said. “And still does in the coming election.”
The established bankable star status of both Grammer and Roseanne Barr presumably allows them to at least professionally survive despite their political wrongthink.
It’s a sad state and an embarrassment when actors and other celebrities voice all sorts of other social and political opinions endorsed by the establishment while certain topics are among those which — as happened to Grammer — must quickly be shut down.
Kudos to Grammer and Webb for at least telegraphing the censorship under which they were laboring.
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What are some of the consequences that celebrities and public figures face when they express differing opinions or align themselves with unpopular figures in today’s politically charged climate?
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There was a sense of discomfort in the air, as if Grammer had strayed into forbidden territory. It was evident that his admission of support for Trump was deemed inappropriate and unwelcome in today’s politically charged climate.
This incident is not an isolated one. In recent years, we have witnessed a growing trend of cancel culture and ideological intolerance. Individuals who hold differing opinions or align themselves with unpopular figures are often ostracized and labeled as pariahs. This intolerance extends beyond politics and seeps into various aspects of our society, including the entertainment industry.
Celebrities and public figures are under immense pressure to conform to the prevailing narratives and ideologies. Any deviation from the accepted norm is met with swift backlash and consequences. The consequences can range from scathing online attacks to career cancellations and blacklisting. It seems that there is an unspoken rule in the entertainment world: ”Toe the line or face the consequences.”
What happened to Kelsey Grammer on the “Today” program is indicative of the growing fear of expressing divergent viewpoints. It is a reminder that freedom of speech is not as absolute as we would like to believe. In an era where political correctness reigns supreme, individuals are expected to suppress their true thoughts and opinions for fear of retribution.
This stifling of dissent and the suppression of differing political views is antithetical to the principles of a free and democratic society. The exchange between Grammer and Webb underscores the chilling effect this ideological conformity has on our public discourse. It fosters an environment in which open and honest conversations become increasingly rare.
Regardless of one’s stance on Trump or any political figure, it is essential to defend the right of individuals to express their opinions freely. Echo chambers and thought bubbles do not lead to progress or understanding. They only serve to perpetuate division and ignorance.
The incident involving Kelsey Grammer serves as a stark reminder that we need to promote and protect intellectual diversity and freedom of expression. We must resist the temptation to silence and censor those who hold differing viewpoints. It is through dialogue and open-mindedness that we can foster intellectual growth and create a society that values pluralism.
In conclusion, the “Today” program incident involving Kelsey Grammer sheds light on the prevailing climate of ideological intolerance and cancel culture. It is a distressing reminder that free speech is not sacrosanct in today’s society. We must strive to uphold the principles of intellectual diversity and freedom of expression, for it is through these ideals that we can evolve and thrive as a society.
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