Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 7, 2025 · Entertainment

Oscar Winner 'Canceled' by Friends for Voting Trump: Hollywood's Divisive Politics

SHOCKING! Oscar Winner Reveals He Was "Canceled" by Friends for Supporting Donald Trump

In a jaw-dropping revelation, Hollywood producer Brian Grazer has come clean about being ostracized by close friends after confessing that he voted for none other than Donald Trump in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. The Academy Award-winning producer, known for his work on iconic films like "A Beautiful Mind" and "Apollo 13," opened up about the fallout during a recent appearance in Fox Nation's docuseries, "Art Of The Surge."

The 73-year-old mogul, who has previously been a loyal donor to the Democratic Party, was spotted at an Army vs. Navy football game in December 2024, where Trump also made a surprise appearance. Grazer couldn't resist taking a photo with the then-president-elect inside a VIP suite, and when asked about his voting preference, he candidly revealed that he had cast his ballot for Trump.

The reaction from those around him was immediate and intense. According to Grazer, several women approached him, clearly taken aback by his admission. "All the women looked at me and said, 'You mean you're not voting for Kamala?'" one of them allegedly asked. Grazer's response? "I just can't do that." Ouch!

But what really got under their skin was when he confirmed that he had indeed voted for Trump. One of the women is reported to have leaned in closer and asked, "Are you voting for Trump?" To which Grazer replied, with a hint of defiance, "I am!" Whoa!

So, why did this conservative-leaning producer choose to support Trump? In an exclusive interview with TheScholarlyNote.com, Grazer explained that his decision was rooted in his concerns about the Democratic Party's direction and the perceived decline of Joe Biden's leadership. As a self-proclaimed centrist, he felt that Trump represented a more viable alternative.

This bombshell revelation has sent shockwaves through Hollywood, where many A-listers have traditionally been vocal about their liberal leanings. But Grazer is not alone in his support for the 47th President of the United States. Other notable celebrities who have publicly expressed their admiration for Trump include actor Zachary Levi, producer Vince Vaughn, and directors Mel Gibson and James Woods.

Levi, in particular, has been vocal about his admiration for Trump, urging "closeted conservatives" in Hollywood to come out from behind the curtains and express their support. The Shazam! star even took to Instagram last year to encourage those who felt pressure to conform to speak up and proudly declare their allegiance to Trump.

But back to Grazer's story... The producer has a long history of producing critically acclaimed films, including "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," "8 Mile," and "Cinderella Man." He even won an Oscar for Best Picture alongside director Ron Howard for their 2001 masterpiece, "A Beautiful Mind."

Grazer and Howard's production company, Imagine Entertainment, has been a driving force in Hollywood for decades. Their collaborations have yielded some of the most beloved films and TV shows of all time, including "Parenthood" and "Friday Night Lights." But Grazer's decision to support Trump has undoubtedly raised eyebrows within their close-knit circle.

As TheScholarlyNote.com exclusively revealed earlier this year, Levi was instrumental in encouraging his colleagues to speak out in favor of Trump. In a candid interview with Variety, he confessed that he knew several individuals who had voted for the President-elect but were too afraid to admit it publicly.

"I know people who I won't name, but they're grateful to me for taking a stand," Levi revealed. "And also, they would tell me, 'I want to do that, but I'm so afraid.' And I'd say, 'Listen, you're on your journey. I'm on my journey. You've got to keep trusting God.'"

It's clear that Grazer and Levi are not alone in their support for Trump. With the 2024 election behind us, it's now up to these Hollywood heavyweights to inspire others to follow suit and proudly declare their allegiance to the President.

As Grazer so eloquently put it, "Everybody thinks their family is messed up. You cherish your family, no matter how messed up you think your brother is." Could this be a subtle hint at his own family dynamics? Only time will tell.