A wave of protests dubbed "No Kings Day" swept across the nation on Saturday, June 14th, drawing participation from prominent figures in the entertainment industry expressing their opposition to the Trump administration.
Mark Ruffalo, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Glenn Close, and numerous other actors and comedians took to the streets to voice their concerns on a day that also coincided with Flag Day, President Trump's 79th birthday, and a controversial military parade in Washington D.C. commemorating the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary.
Ruffalo delivered an impassioned speech at a New York City rally, alongside "Broad City" stars Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson. He declared the administration to be "trampling on our rights and our laws and our freedoms," urging fellow citizens to embrace bravery in the fight for liberty. He rallied the crowd, stating "It's on us, guys. Literally, together, we're the Avengers now. No one's going to come and save us, man. Americans unite." Susan Sarandon was also seen at the same rally, marching alongside Ruffalo, proudly displaying an American flag.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus shared a photo on Instagram from a rally, holding a sign with a whimsical message: "The only monarch I like is a butterfly." Kerry Washington also participated, sharing pictures of herself alongside fellow demonstrators "marching, speaking up, and fighting for Democracy."
Glenn Close posted an Instagram video from Bozeman, Montana, stating she was "happy to be" demonstrating and standing up "for the America that we know and love."
Jimmy Kimmel attended a Los Angeles rally with his parents, showcasing a homemade shirt emblazoned with the phrase "Make America Good Again." In his Instagram post, Kimmel conveyed the positive interactions he had with fellow participants who "love this country and still believe it to be a force for good." He emphasized the importance of compassion, noting, "I know how fortunate I am to have been born into a family that taught me to care about others and that the most important words ever spoken are 'Love one another,' It really is as simple as that."
Other notable figures lending their voices to the protests included Sarah Silverman, who held a sign reading "No Kings Yas Queens," and Ayo Edebiri, who marched with a sign stating, "Don't Tread On Us You Creeps!" Natasha Rothwell, known for her role in "The White Lotus," also participated, carrying a sign that simply read, "You Are Trash."