Trending Now - Gene Simmons Criticizes Celebrities for Political Comments

WHO:

Gene Simmons, KISS frontman

Mark Ruffalo, actor

Ben Stiller, actor

President Donald Trump

WHAT:

Gene Simmons criticized celebrities for their political comments, telling them to "shut the f--- up."

Simmons stated, "Do your art and shut up. Nobody’s interested in your opinions, that includes me."

He mocked Mark Ruffalo, mispronouncing his name as "Mark Buffalo."

Simmons expressed that Americans should stop worrying about their neighbors' political views, saying, "It’s their America too."

Simmons was honored at the Kennedy Center by President Trump in December 2025.

WHERE:

Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C.

Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C.

WHEN:

Simmons made his comments to CNN on March 8th, 2026.

Simmons was honored at the Kennedy Center on December 9th, 2025.

WHY:

Simmons believes that people in the entertainment industry should not lecture the public on political matters, as they live in luxury and are disconnected from the average American's struggles.

HOW:

Simmons conveyed his message through interviews with CNN and TMZ.

(UPDATED March 11, 2026 17:21 UTC)

Last Monday, Gene Simmons, the frontman of KISS, stirred up controversy by telling celebrities to "shut the f--- up" about their political opinions during an interview with CNN, emphasizing that Americans should focus on their own lives instead of worrying about their neighbors' views. He also took a jab at actor Mark Ruffalo, mispronouncing his name as "Mark Buffalo," while expressing that the entertainment industry should refrain from lecturing the public, given their disconnect from everyday struggles. Simmons was honored at the Kennedy Center by President Trump in December 2025, highlighting his significant presence in both music and cultural discussions.