Hollywood figures expressed relief and celebrated after Democrats made significant gains in the midterm elections. The source describes the results as a rebuke of President Donald Trump, his policies and the candidates he supported.
By 9 p.m. PT, Democrats had taken control of the U.S. House and Senate, according to the report. Georgia, Iowa, Ohio and Texas also elected Democratic governors, flipping those offices to the party.
Jimmy Kimmel addressed the results in his monologue, joking about Trump’s recent comments about other people’s backsides. He also credited Trump for Democrats’ House victory and described the election as a “blue wave.”
John Leguizamo shared a celebratory video. The report also noted reactions from Oscar and Emmy winners and other entertainment figures.
Sources: Deadline.