Celebrities celebrated Democrats’ victories in the 2026 midterm elections on social media after the party retook both the House and Senate and secured several notable wins. Their reactions ranged from brief congratulations to calls for investigations and political change.
Rosie O’Donnell, a longtime critic of President Donald Trump, described the result as a “beautiful morning” and said the election had sent a clear message to Trump and his allies. She also called for investigations and expressed pride in the country.
John Cusack posted about Democratic wins in Texas and South Carolina on Bluesky, and wrote that Trump and Elon Musk had suffered losses in Texas and elsewhere. In other posts, he called for Trump’s impeachment and removal and praised Michigan Senate winner Abdul El-Sayed, whom he described as a progressive who had overcome a smear campaign.
John Leguizamo told his Instagram followers, “You did it, we did it,” and said it was time to address the damage. Bette Midler also celebrated, thanking Americans and saying the country had been saved.
Normani posted on X that Texas had made her proud. Henry Winkler, who had been following the races and results online, wrote: “Dreams do come true.”
James Woods, a prominent Trump supporter, congratulated Democrats and criticized Republicans over their losses, according to the report.
Sources: The Hollywood Reporter.