Trump appoints Mel Gibson, the actor and director known for his history of antisemitic remarks, as a 'special ambassador' to Hollywood.
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Gibson's past features a well-known incident in 2006 where he made a drunken, antisemitic outburst.
After his widely reported antisemitic remarks, Mel Gibson struggled to secure roles in Hollywood for several years.
However, he has returned to the heart of the film industry — now serving as Donald Trump’s “special ambassador.”
The president-elect announced Thursday he was appointing the actor-director, along with fellow conservative celebrities Jon Voight and Sylvester Stallone, to the newly created role of “Special Ambassadors to a great but very troubled place, Hollywood, California.”
In a post on Truth Social, Trump shared limited information about the potential role, suggesting that Gibson and others would advocate for his perspectives within the entertainment sector. He also indicated that he would seek their guidance on related matters.
“Days before my inauguration, I announced that they would act as Special Envoys to help revive Hollywood, which has seen a significant decline in business over the past four years due to competition from foreign markets. My goal is to bring it BACK—BIGGER, BETTER, AND STRONGER THAN EVER!” Trump stated. “These three exceptionally skilled individuals will serve as my eyes and ears, and I am committed to implementing their recommendations. We will witness a renaissance, reminiscent of The United States of America itself, ushering in a new Golden Age of Hollywood!”
Hollywood’s Golden Age featured prominent Jewish talent and studio executives. Gibson, meanwhile, has become better known in recent years for his antisemitism.
In 2006, arrested on suspicion of drunk driving, the “Braveheart” star shouted, “F—ing Jews,” adding, “The Jews are responsible for all the wars in the world,” and asking his arresting officer if she was Jewish.
The incident came only
