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At an awards ceremony in Spain, Hollywood actor Richard Gere delivered a scathing critique of President Donald Trump, characterizing him as both a “bully” and a “thug.” The 75-year-old performer used the platform to express his concerns about America’s current state of affairs.
During his acceptance speech at Spain’s prestigious International Goya Awards, Gere expressed deep concern about what he perceives as a growing authoritarian trend worldwide. He emphasized that while these issues are prominent in the United States, they represent a broader global challenge.
Richard Gere calls Trump and Musk a ‘danger’ to the planet.🤡
⁉️Why do these overrated “celebrities” think anyone cares about their opinion? pic.twitter.com/6opa9a145b
— Global Dissident (@GlobalDiss) February 9, 2025
The veteran actor’s remarks at the ceremony followed similar criticisms he had expressed during a press conference in Granada the previous day, as reported by AFP.
The evening’s proceedings saw Spanish cinema icon Antonio Banderas present Gere with a special honorary award, recognizing both his significant contributions to cinema and his dedication to various humanitarian causes, including his work with refugees and homeless individuals.
Richard Gere says:
“Trump is a thug and danger to the planet. I don’t think the people that voted for him even expected him to do what he’s done in the first few weeks”Yes, we expected it and that’s why we voted for him. Richard Gere supports open borders while he sits in his… pic.twitter.com/T8UrbosoC1
— Trump World (@Louaye1980) February 9, 2025
Gere’s acceptance speech included warnings about what he described as an unprecedented alliance between wealth and political influence. He expressed particular concern about the current American political landscape, suggesting that the control exercised by wealthy individuals poses significant risks to global stability.
The star of classics like “Pretty Woman” and “American Gigolo” specifically criticized the concentration of power among America’s billionaire class, describing their influence as potentially harmful to worldwide interests.
