Legendary actor Robert De Niro made headlines after his recent appearance on The View, where he took on host Joy Behar and criticized billionaire tech mogul Eloise Musk.
Known for his outspoken political views, De Niro didn’t hold back when he criticized Musk’s influence, stating, “He doesn’t deserve people’s trust.”
De Niro backs Behar amid controversy
During the heated discussion, Joy Behar, an outspoken critic of Musk and his support for social media platform X (formerly Twitter), expressed doubts about the billionaire’s impact on public discourse.
Behar has previously called Musk’s leadership “reckless” and “dangerous to democracy.”
De Niro was quick to come to Musk’s defense, reinforcing his stance and doubling down on his disapproval of Musk’s actions.
“Joy is right. We’re talking about someone who manipulates public opinion, spreads misinformation, and plays with real people’s lives,” he said.
A direct criticism of Musk
De Niro’s comments come as Musk faces scrutiny over his business practices, political statements and controversial decisions regarding free speech at X.
The Taxi Driver and Goodfellas star made it clear that he sees Musk as a trustworthy figure.
“He’s not a genius. He’s a businessman who got lucky and now thinks he can control everything,” De Niro said bluntly.
“People need to wake up and stop treating him like some kind of savior.”
The Ådieпce reacts
The View audience responded with a roar of applause, showing their support for De Niro’s bold comments.
Many viewers took to social media to praise the actor for standing up to Musk’s growing influence.
One X user wrote: “Robert De Niro tells the truth about Musk on national television . This is something we need more of!”
Others, however, dismissed Musk, arguing that his contributions to technology and space exploration outweighed any controversies.
What’s next?
De Niro has always avoided political or social debates, and his criticism of Musk is just the latest example of his unwillingness to speak his mind.
As tensions over social media, free speech, and corporate influence begin to rise, it’s clear that figures like De Niro and Behar will continue to challenge the status quo.
Whether Musk will respond to De Niro’s comments remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the debate over his leadership and influence is far from over.
In a fiery appearance on The View, legendary actor Robert De Niro took center stage to defend co-host Joy Behar against recent attacks and took a scathing swipe at tech mogul Elon Musk.
The moment quickly became the talk of the entertainment world, as De Niro, known for his outspoken political views, made no attempt to hold back.
The controversy began when Behar, no stranger to criticism for her views on politics and social issues, was the target of criticism from Musk’s followers. Without hesitation, De Niro intervened and passionately defended Behar, praising her intelligence and integrity.
“Joy has been the voice of reason for years and doesn’t deserve the attacks she’s received,” De Niro declared, receiving applause from the studio audience.
The actor’s comments didn’t stop there. De Niro changed the subject and focused his attention on Elon Musk, a frequent subject of controversy due to his outspoken and often polarizing actions.
“Elon Musk doesn’t deserve your trust,” De Niro said persistently, criticizing Musk’s behavior and business decisions, including his handling of Twitter.
“He’s not someone who should be in charge of something that affects millions of people,” De Niro added, further criticizing Musk’s influence on social media platforms and his public persona.
The actor’s strong words resonated with many viewers who have criticized Musk’s recent actions and leadership style. De Niro’s defense of Behar and his attack on Musk only intensified the already heated debate surrounding the billionaire’s role in technology and media.
As the interview progressed, De Niro maintained his stance, noting that he is not afraid to speak out on issues that matter to him.
The conversation on The View showcased De Niro’s unwavering commitment to speaking his mind, especially when it comes to issues of trust and accountability for public figures.
