Trump fires back at celebrity boycott during his and Melania’s surprise ‘Les Misérables’ outing
In a surprise public appearance, former President Donald Trump and former First Lady Melania Trump attended a performance of Les Misérables in New York over the weekend—sparking headlines not for the show itself, but for Trump’s pointed remarks afterward.
The couple’s presence drew mixed reactions from the audience, with some cheers and a few scattered boos. But it was Trump’s response to ongoing celebrity criticism and designer boycotts, particularly targeting Melania during their White House years, that grabbed attention.
“We’re not interested in their approval,” Trump told reporters as they exited the venue. “Melania and I came to enjoy a great show—not to seek validation from celebrities who never respected this country to begin with.”
The outing came just days after renewed media buzz surrounding celebrities and designers who refused to work with the Trumps during their time in office—a boycott that’s recently resurfaced in interviews and retrospectives.
Melania, as usual, remained composed and silent, dressed elegantly but modestly. Observers noted her presence seemed symbolic—perhaps a subtle reminder that, despite the backlash, the Trumps remain unapologetically visible.
The moment added fuel to the long-running feud between Trump and the entertainment elite, once again putting him at odds with a cultural class that’s largely distanced itself from the former president. But for Trump, the message was clear: the show goes on—with or without Hollywood.
