Simmons’ comments come amid a growing clash after actor Ben Stiller criticised the White House after a political video used a clip from his 2008 comedy Tropic Thunder, saying he never gave permission for it to be used and didn’t want to be part of what he called a “propaganda machine.”
The KISS rocker delivered a blunt message during a recent interview, saying actors, comedians and entertainers should “shut the f-ck up” about politics and stick to their craft instead of lecturing the public.
“People in America work hard for their living,” Simmons said, arguing that many voters are tired of being told what to think by wealthy celebrities who live in mansions and drive luxury cars.
He even singled out several other Hollywood figures while making his point, including Mark Ruffalo and Kylie Jenner, sarcastically asking why the public should care about their political opinions.
Simmons’ comments come amid a growing clash after actor Ben Stiller criticised the White House after a political video used a clip from his 2008 comedy Tropic Thunder, saying he never gave permission for it to be used and didn’t want to be part of what he called a “propaganda machine.”
The KISS rocker delivered a blunt message during a recent interview, saying actors, comedians and entertainers should “shut the f-ck up” about politics and stick to their craft instead of lecturing the public.
“People in America work hard for their living,” Simmons said, arguing that many voters are tired of being told what to think by wealthy celebrities who live in mansions and drive luxury cars.
He even singled out several other Hollywood figures while making his point, including Mark Ruffalo and Kylie Jenner, sarcastically asking why the public should care about their political opinions.
