CNN guest Chris Madel called out "Hollywood jacka----" during a panel discussion on Monday about celebrities speaking out against ICE at the Grammy Awards, sparking a debate among panelists.
With politics increasingly dominatingmediaand entertainment, some celebrities are choosing not to weigh in on political commentary amid America's ongoing culture wars.
Hollywood stars such as Kevin James, Neil Patrick Harris and Michelle Yeoh have recently either declined to comment onU.S. politicsor have made a conscious effort to avoid the topic.
During aninterview with Varietyon Thursday, James opened up about why he's always steered clear of speaking about politics.
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Kevin James attends the premiere of "Solo Mio" at Regal Times Square on Jan. 27, 2026, in New York.(CJ Rivera/Invision/AP)
"Politically, for me to speak on it, there are experts who know much more than I do," James told the outlet. "I’m just focusing on what I can do, delivering a fun, heartfelt break from the craziness of the world."
"Everybody carries themselves around all day long with a lot of stress," he continued. "It’s necessary in some ways, but you also need a break. You’ve got to look around and find the good in things. Otherwise, you’re just not going to function. I want to make people have fun, have hope and get a nice escape in their day."
As noted by Variety, James is "famously apolitical" and sticks to what he does best — making people laugh.
Another actor known for his comedic roles, Neil Patrick Harris, recently declined to comment when pressed with political questions at a Friday press conference for his newest film, "Sunny Dancer."
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