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The actress then declared solidarity with those who shared her viewpoint, saying, “I’m here with you,” and offering her support in whatever form it may take: “to cry, to yell, to hug.”
She also voiced strong opposition to the people who support Trump, expressing disdain for the sheer number of individuals backing the former president. “There is also a deep, deep sickness in this country that is shown in the sheer amount of people who showed up for this man who threatens our democracy,” Zegler continued. “It is terrifying the number of people who stand behind what this man preaches. It is a foolish subscription to a false sense of security, of masculinity, of intelligence, of patriotism, and of humanity.”
The anger in Zegler’s post was palpable, as she made it clear that she had little patience for those who disagreed with her. “There is no help, no counsel, in any of them,” she remarked, before adding, “I could go on. I won’t. I feel sad. You probably do, too. F-ck this.”
Zegler’s frustration didn’t stop with Trump. She also took aim at Elon Musk, the owner of X (formerly Twitter), urging her followers to abandon the platform. “Get off Elon’s app btw. The f-ck are you doing,” she wrote, clearly unimpressed by Musk’s influence on social media.
The actress ended her emotional post with a blunt declaration: “f-ck Donald Trump.”
The controversy surrounding Zegler’s comments comes as Disney’s live-action remake of “Snow White” is slated for release in March 2025, a delay from its originally scheduled release date of March 2024. However, the film has already faced backlash for Zegler’s remarks about the original animated classic and the decision to cast a non-white actress in the lead role, which has drawn the ire of some fans.
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The backlash surrounding Zegler’s anti-Trump sentiments is only the latest in a string of controversies for Disney, which has been under fire for decisions ranging from its handling of race-swapped characters to its box office struggles with other live-action remakes. Notably, Disney’s race-swapped “Little Mermaid” remake, which also featured a non-white lead, underperformed at the box office, fueling ongoing debates about diversity casting in Hollywood.
As “Snow White” approaches its 2025 release date, it seems likely that the film will continue to face scrutiny not only for its casting choices but also for the outspoken views of its star. For now, it remains to be seen how the public will respond to Zegler’s controversial Instagram post and whether it will affect the success of the highly anticipated movie.
