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Hollywood Celebrities Beg Donald Trump for Help—A Shocking Turn of Events!

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Posted: 18th March 2025
Joseph Finder
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Hollywood Celebrities Beg Donald Trump for Help—A Shocking Turn of Events!

Hollywood Liberals Swallow Their Pride: A Desperate Plea to Trump
In an astonishing turn of events, some of Hollywood's most outspoken liberals—who have spent years publicly trashing Donald Trump—are now begging for his help.

Celebrities like Ben Stiller, Olivia Wilde, Mark Ruffalo, and even Paul McCartney are setting aside their bitter political differences with the former president to ask for his support in blocking big tech’s latest AI power grab. This shocking alliance is fueled by fears that AI companies like OpenAI and Google are trying to use copyrighted content without permission.

These stars are warning that if their pleas go unheard, America's creative industries could be decimated by the very tech they once praised.

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The letter over 400 celebrities sent to Trump asking him to push back on AI proposals from Big Tech.

Hello Friends & Strangers. As you may be aware there has recently been a recommendation by OpenAI & Google to the current US Administration that is gaining alarming traction to remove all legal protections & existing guardrails surrounding copyright law protections for the training of Artificial Intelligence. This rewriting of established law in favor of so-called 'Fair Use' was in need of an initial response by 11:59 PM ET Saturday, so we have submitted an initial letter with the signatories we had at that time. 

We are now continuing to accept signatures for an amendment to our initial statement. Please feel free to forward this to anyone you think may be invested in the ethical maintenance of their intellectual property. You can add your name and whatever guilds or unions or description of self you feel appropriate, but please do not edit the letter itself. Thank you so much for kicking this out wide on a Saturday Night!

Hollywood's Response to the Administration's Artificial Intelligence Action Plan and necessity that copyright law be upheld.

We, the members of America's entertainment industry — representing an intersection of cinematographers, directors, producers, actors, writers, studios, production companies, musicians, composers, costume, sound & production designers, editors, gaffers, union and Academy Members, and other industrious, creative content professionals – submit this unified statement in response to the Administration's request for input on the AI Action Plan.

We firmly believe that America's global AI leadership must not come at the expense of our essential creative industries. America's arts and entertainment industry supports over 2.3M American jobs with over $229Bn in wages annually, while providing the foundation for American democratic influence and soft power abroad. But AI companies are asking to undermine this economic and cultural strength by weakening copyright protections for the films, television series, artworks, writing, music, and voices used to train AI models at the core of multi-billion dollar corporate valuations.

Make no mistake: this issue goes well beyond the entertainment industry, as the right to train AI on all copyright-protected content impacts all of America's knowledge industries. When tech and AI companies demand unfettered access to all data and information, they're not just threatening movies, books, and music, but the work of all writers, publishers, photographers, scientists, architects, engineers, designers, doctors, software developers and all other professionals who work with computers and generate intellectual property. These professions are the core of how we discover, learn, and share knowledge as a society and as a nation. This issue is not just about AI leadership or about economics and individual rights, but about America's continued leadership in creating and owning valuable intellectual property in every field.

It is clear that Google (valued at $2Tn) and OpenAI (valued at over $157Bn) are arguing for a special government exemption so they can freely exploit America's creative and knowledge industries, despite their substantial revenues and available funds. There is no reason to weaken or eliminate the copyright protections that have helped America flourish. Not when AI companies can use our copyrighted material by simply doing what the law requires: negotiating appropriate licenses with copyright holders — just as every other industry does. Access to America's creative catalog of films, writing, video content, and music is not a matter of national security. They do not require a government-mandated exemption from existing U.S. copyright law.

America didn't become a global cultural powerhouse by accident. Our success stems directly from our fundamental respect for IP and copyright that rewards creative risk-taking by talented and hardworking Americans from every state and territory. For nearly 250 years, U.S. copyright law has balanced creator's rights with the needs of the public, creating the world's most vibrant creative economy. We recommend that the American AI Action Plan uphold existing copyright frameworks to maintain the strength of America's creative and knowledge industries, as well as American cultural influence abroad.

Trump’s $500 Billion 'Stargate' AI Initiative Sparks a New Battle
Donald Trump has just announced his groundbreaking $500 billion Stargate project, aimed at establishing U.S. dominance in the AI race.

The ambitious plan promises to create over 100,000 jobs and accelerate the development of fast-moving AI technologies in the U.S. But here's where it gets dramatic—Hollywood stars, who are often at odds with Trump, are now turning to him as their savior. Why? Because tech giants like OpenAI and Google want to rewrite the rules of copyright law, potentially giving them free reign to use everything from movies to music to books in training their AI systems—without compensating the very artists who created it.

Celebrity Left-Wing Activists Call for Trump’s Help—Despite Past Attacks
This new alliance is nothing short of shocking. Remember when Ben Stiller called Trump’s 2017 press conference “the worst message I have ever heard a president put out to the world”? Or when Olivia Wilde infamously said she “despised Donald Trump with all her guts”?

Now, these stars—who have viciously slammed the former president in the past—are turning to him for help in a fight against big tech. They argue that if Google and OpenAI win this battle, the livelihoods of millions of creators, writers, and artists will be at risk. It’s a shocking 180-degree turn that’s raising eyebrows across the political spectrum.

Cate Blanchett

Cate Blanchett

Big Tech vs. Hollywood: A Battle for Control Over Creative Content
The tension couldn’t be more palpable. On one side, you have Google and OpenAI pushing for massive changes to copyright law, claiming they need unfettered access to copyrighted materials to train their AI models.

On the other, you have Hollywood’s finest, worried that their life’s work—movies, music, and TV shows—could be used without permission or compensation. I

f the tech giants get their way, they could unleash a flood of AI-generated content using everything from famous songs to the voices of beloved actors—all without paying the original creators. Hollywood isn’t taking this threat lightly.

A Star-Studded Rebellion Against Big Tech
More than 400 celebrities have rallied together, some even putting their animosity toward Trump aside, to fight back. Names like Cynthia Erivo, Cate Blanchett, and Aubrey Plaza have signed a letter demanding that the government block tech companies from bypassing copyright laws.

The stars say these tech giants are trying to “exploit America’s creative industries” while their own profits soar. And while these same celebrities have been vocal in their disdain for Trump in the past, they now see him as the only person who can stop the tech moguls from gaining even more unchecked power. But is this a case of “the enemy of my enemy is my friend,” or something more?

Ron Howard X

Mark Ruffalo X

Trump and the Future of AI: Will Hollywood’s Last-Ditch Plea Be Heard?
So, where does this leave us? With Trump pushing forward with his Stargate AI project, which promises to be a game-changer for the tech industry, it’s clear that the battle for copyright protections will be a defining moment in the future of AI. As Hollywood stars scramble to make their voices heard, it’s uncertain whether Trump will take their side—especially given the shocking history of animosity between him and many of these celebrities.

One thing is for sure, though—this explosive situation could reshape the entire landscape of AI, intellectual property, and the creative industries for years to come. Will Hollywood’s final plea be enough to change the course of history? Only time will tell.

Donald Trump and Elon Musk in a Tesla

Donald Trump and Elon Musk in a Tesla

Final Shocking Twist: Will Trump Save Hollywood from Big Tech’s Grip?
In the end, this drama is far from over. As the fight between Hollywood’s elite and Silicon Valley rages on, the outcome could have major implications for the future of both industries.

Hollywood has long thrived on the protection of intellectual property, and now, with the stakes higher than ever, it’s turning to an unlikely ally—Donald Trump.

With over 400 celebrities putting their faith in him, this unexpected collaboration could mark a turning point in the ongoing battle for copyright protections in the age of artificial intelligence. The question remains: will Trump’s support be the key to saving Hollywood, or will big tech get the upper hand?

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