Jeremy Clarkson has stirred up controversy after burning an effigy resembling Donald Trump on Guy Fawkes Night, coinciding with the US presidential election.
The 64-year-old TV host posted a photo of a mannequin, dressed in a dark suit with a white shirt, tie, and Trump’s signature hairstyle, as it was set alight at his pub, The Farmer’s Dog, in Oxfordshire.
In his Instagram post, Clarkson captioned the image, “Bonfire night at @thefarmersdogpub,” just hours before the election results confirmed that Donald Trump had triumphed over Kamala Harris to secure a second term as president of the United States.
Reactions to Clarkson’s Post
The post quickly sparked outrage, particularly among Clarkson’s followers who were supporters of Trump.
Many expressed their disappointment in the comments.
Some accused the presenter of losing his perspective, with messages like, “Extremely disappointed” and “At this point, Clarkson has clearly lost it.”
Others criticized him for not supporting the working class, with one user pointing out that Trump actually supports farmers.
While some were upset, others expressed anticipation for voting for Trump, claiming, “Looking forward to voting for TRUMP today!”
One comment summed up the feelings of many by stating, “Sigh, this is disappointing.”
Cara Delevingne and Other Celebrities React
The backlash from Clarkson came shortly after model Cara Delevingne vented her frustration over Trump’s election victory.
Taking to social media, the 32-year-old urged her followers to fight back against Republicans, whom she referred to as “fascists, misogynists, bigots, and liars.”
Delevingne sent a defiant message, telling her friends not to despair but to instead make the next four years challenging for the Republican Party.
Her post included a call to action, encouraging activism with phrases like “Make art. Fk st up. Build power.”
She ended by declaring that those in power would soon realize the difficulty of maintaining it.
Similarly, other British celebrities, including Paloma Faith and Dawn O’Porter, shared their emotional reactions.
Faith spoke of the impact on women’s rights and liberalism, while O’Porter described her heartbreak, stating, “Feel like I’m going to cry for the rest of my life.”
Activist Livia Firth also shared her anguish, expressing that she couldn’t find words strong enough to describe her feelings of grief and despair.
Support for Trump from Other Celebrities
Despite the outcry from some, others expressed support for Trump’s victory.
Former “Made in Chelsea” star Victoria Baker-Harber posted a selfie celebrating the result, declaring that “world peace may just be one step closer.”
She also shared another post celebrating Trump’s impending return to office, saying, “Yay!”
Similarly, former “TOWIE” star Suzie Wells posted a video of a Trump supporter celebrating, expressing her joy with “We’re sooooo back!!!!”
Trump’s Victory Speech
In the early hours of the morning, Donald Trump took the stage to declare victory after the results came in.
He addressed his supporters, thanking them for their unwavering trust and emphasizing the historic nature of his comeback.
“We made history for a reason tonight,” Trump said, referring to the obstacles he had overcome to win the election.
Trump’s victory was secured when major battleground states like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin were called in his favor.
The Associated Press had yet to officially announce the result, but Trump proclaimed victory on stage, with his supporters cheering in excitement.
This marked a remarkable political turnaround for Trump, who had faced intense scrutiny after the January 6 Capitol riot and had spent the previous years in relative political exile.
Now, surrounded by family and supporters at his Florida headquarters, Trump celebrated his political resurgence.
Reflecting on Trump’s Comeback
Trump’s victory speech at the Palm Beach County Convention Center was filled with gratitude as he thanked the millions of Americans who had supported him throughout the election.
“You showed up in record numbers to deliver a victory like no other,” Trump said, reflecting on the unprecedented turnout.
For his supporters, it was a moment of pure elation, with the energy in the hall shifting from nervous anticipation to joyous celebration as the final results were broadcast.
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