Are Actors Finally Learning? | Refraining From Political Bait

Over the last decade, it became normal for actors and entertainers to use every red carpet, press junket, and award show as a political battleground. That wasn’t always the case.

Now we’re seeing something interesting: more celebrities are choosing to avoid taking the bait.

In this video, I break down why that shift may be happening. It’s not necessarily about ideological growth — it’s about incentives. Alienating half your potential audience while technology like AI accelerates disruption creates real financial risk. When customers feel attacked or disrespected, they’re more willing to move on.

This isn’t about whether entertainers have political opinions. It’s about whether weaponizing those opinions is good business.