Staff Reports
In the world of politics, it seems the Trump Derangement Syndrome is still making its rounds. Some folks believe this ailment, born from an obsessive dislike for Donald Trump, might be responsible for more than just a bad mood. According to some, it ravages the mind, body, and even the soul. Just take a gander at a few of the former Hollywood enthusiasts who found themselves caught in its grasp. Once vibrant celebrities like George Lopez and Kathy Griffin appear to have aged at an alarming rate, with rumors swirling that following Trump too closely is like opening Pandora’s box.
George Lopez, who used to sport a youthful glow, appears to be losing the battle against time. His complexion has raised eyebrows faster than you can say “Hollywood plastic surgeon.” It’s the kind of transformation that makes you wonder if there might be more to that much-discussed Trump curse. In the same dreary boat, Kathy Griffin reportedly looks like she’s taken a detour through a nightmare funhouse mirror. The once lively comedian now appears more akin to a long-lost extra from a classic horror film.
Ellen DeGeneres isn’t exempt from this curious phenomenon either. After deciding to swap the USA for the classic English countryside, her attempts at farming hit a snag. Seems the Cotswolds’ rolling hills are challenging when Trump rhetoric is weighing on your mind. Ironically, she found herself needing the help of a burly English farmer. Oh, if only the Hollywood elite could farm the way they critique politics – they’d never need help from the land-savvy.
And then there’s the timeless case of George Clooney. Despite being cinematically immortal, he too, looks like he might have gotten a raw deal. Despite allegedly being 64, his appearance is now less dashing and more frazzled. As he fumbles his way through Broadway, some folks can’t help but wince at his transformation. Even a presidential fundraiser didn’t escape unscathed. Apparently, President Biden himself didn’t recognize Clooney at a fundraiser, leaving a mark of embarrassment in Hollywood history that even a top-tier PR team would struggle to wipe clean.
This tale of mishaps and misfortunes among Tinseltown’s political darlings leaves one to ponder: who’s next to fall victim to the unpredictable nature of political obsession? As the grip of politics tightens its hold on Hollywood’s upper echelon, perhaps it’s time for a bit of reflection. Holding steadfast to ideology is one thing, but when it starts to affect appearances and livelihoods, doesn’t it become clear that maybe, just maybe, the Trump Derangement Syndrome deserves more caution than it’s given?
