Recently, actor Alec Baldwin made headlines when he appeared on The View to promote his latest film, John Wick 4. During the conversation with host Whoopi Goldberg, Baldwin openly criticized billionaire Elon Musk, calling him “a typical right-wing fraud.” He even joked that Musk “is the kind of guy who would tell you his waste smells pleasant, then try to sell it to you for $8.”
His statement quickly spread across social media, drawing public and media attention. However, openly criticizing a powerful businessman like Musk can have unexpected consequences for Baldwin’s career.
Previously, Elon Musk had reacted strongly to companies withdrawing advertisements from his Twitter-X platform. At a New York conference, when asked about advertisers leaving, Musk bluntly responded, “If someone tries to blackmail me with advertising, with money, they can go f*** themselves.”
With Musk’s vast influence in the tech and business world, Baldwin’s remarks could prompt advertising partners to reconsider their relationship with the actor. While no official reports confirm Baldwin losing endorsement deals, in such a sensitive situation, maintaining public relations and image is crucial for any artist’s career.
Instead of fueling controversy, perhaps Alec Baldwin should focus on preserving his public image and avoiding statements that could negatively impact his future.
