President-elect Donald Trump has appointed actors Jon Voight, Mel Gibson, and Sylvester Stallone as 'Special Ambassadors' to Hollywood, California. Trump announced this decision on Truth Social, stating that the actors will serve as Special Envoys to him with the goal of revitalizing Hollywood's business, which has reportedly declined in recent years due to competition from foreign countries.
Jon Voight, a long-time supporter of Trump, previously endorsed him during his 2016 campaign and was awarded the National Medal of Arts by Trump in 2019. Mel Gibson, who publicly backed Trump in October 2024, has been vocal about his support for the president-elect and has made controversial remarks about Vice President Kamala Harris. Additionally, Gibson has been spreading conspiracy theories about the California wildfires on Fox News following the destruction of his own home.
Sylvester Stallone, another actor appointed as a Special Ambassador, endorsed Trump towards the end of the 2024 campaign and praised him as 'the second George Washington' and 'a really mythical character' during an event at the America First Policy Institute Gala in November.
Trump's decision to appoint these actors as Special Ambassadors to Hollywood has sparked interest and speculation about the future of the entertainment industry in California. With their involvement, Trump aims to bring Hollywood back to its former glory and make it 'bigger, better, and stronger than ever before.'
