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Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
John Stamos defends appearance at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort
John Stamos is defending his recent appearance at a charity event held at President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida. The 61-year-old 'Full House' alum said his role of emcee at the Palm Beach Ray of Hope Gala on Saturday was not tied to any political affiliation, but was instead 'dedicated to honoring and uplifting our frontline heroes.' The sold-out 'Dancing with the Stars'-themed event was a 'nonpartisan' benefit for The Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations, Stamos wrote on Instagram Monday. He described the academy as a nonprofit organization that trains up to 400 nurses each year to address the shortage of healthcare workers in Palm Beach County. Even though the gala was co-chaired by Linda Adelson and Janet Levy, both of whom share ties to Trump, Stamos underscored that 'supporting nurses isn't political — it's essential.' 'These are the people who care for us and our families when we need it most, and I believe we should show up for them with the same unwavering dedication they show up with every single day,' he continued. 'I stand by the importance of healthcare, of service, and of investing in those who care for our communities.' Stamos, who has reportedly supported Democratic policies in the past, added that his 'values and political views remain unchanged,' while encouraging followers to contribute to the liberal organization Democracy Forward if they prefer not to give to Palm Beach Ray of Hope.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
John Stamos defends appearance at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort
John Stamos is defending his recent appearance at a charity event held at President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida. The 61-year-old 'Full House' alum said his role of emcee at the Palm Beach Ray of Hope Gala on Saturday was not tied to any political affiliation, but was instead 'dedicated to honoring and uplifting our frontline heroes.' The sold-out 'Dancing with the Stars'-themed event was a 'nonpartisan' benefit for The Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations, Stamos wrote on Instagram Monday. He described the academy as a nonprofit organization that trains up to 400 nurses each year to address the shortage of healthcare workers in Palm Beach County. Even though the gala was co-chaired by Linda Adelson and Janet Levy, both of whom share ties to Trump, Stamos underscored that 'supporting nurses isn't political — it's essential.' 'These are the people who care for us and our families when we need it most, and I believe we should show up for them with the same unwavering dedication they show up with every single day,' he continued. 'I stand by the importance of healthcare, of service, and of investing in those who care for our communities.' Stamos, who has reportedly supported Democratic policies in the past, added that his 'values and political views remain unchanged,' while encouraging followers to contribute to the liberal organization Democracy Forward if they prefer not to give to Palm Beach Ray of Hope.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
John Stamos Makes Bold Political Statement Following Widespread Criticism
After facing significant backlash from fans, is speaking out about his decision to emcee a charity event at Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago. In a message shared to his Instagram Stories on Monday, April 7, the Full House star explained his reasons for appearing at the Palm Beach Ray of Hope Gala at the president's estate. 🎬 🎬 "I accepted the invitation to emcee the Palm Beach Ray of Hope Gala—an evening dedicated to honoring and uplifting our frontline heroes," the 61-year-old wrote. "This nonpartisan event supports The Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations, a 501(c)(3) organization that trains 350-400 nurses every year, directly addressing the critical shortage of healthcare professionals in Palm Beach County," he continued before going on to address the importance of supporting healthcare workers: "Supporting nurses isn't political—it's essential. These are the people who care for us and our families when we need it most, and I believe we should show up for them with the same unwavering dedication they show up with every single day. I stand by the importance of healthcare, of service, and of investing in those who care for our communities." "My values and political views remain unchanged," Stamos added, sharing a link to the nonprofit organization Democracy Forward and encouraging his followers to donate. Stamos endorsed Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in the 2020 election, according to People, and went on to endorse Harris in 2024. In November of last year, he shared a passionate message with his fans on Instagram, pleading with them to vote for a "leader who prioritizes unity and strives to bridge the divides that have deepened over the past years." "My hope is that this election leads to a renewed focus on bringing people together, fostering dialogue, and seeking justice and equality for all," he wrote.
The Independent
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
John Stamos defends Mar-a-Lago appearance after facing backlash: ‘Supporting nurses isn't political'
John Stamos has clarified his recent appearance at President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida. Over the weekend, the 61-year-old actor was photographed wearing a tuxedo at the hotel and events space. It was not immediately clear what Stamos was attending, leading some fans on X to assume he was supporting the president, saying they were 'sad and disgusted.' However, the Full House star responded to the backlash on Monday, explaining that he was at Mar-a-Lago for a bipartisan charity function. 'I accepted the invitation to emcee the Palm Beach Ray of Hope Gala—an evening dedicated to honoring and uplighting our frontline workers,' he wrote on his Instagram Stories. 'This nonpartisan event supports The Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations, a 501(c)(3) organization that trains 350-400 nurses every year, directly addressing the critical shortage of healthcare professionals in Palm Beach County.' He further defended his appearance at the event by emphasizing how important nurses are. 'Supporting nurses isn't political — it's essential. These are the people who care for us and our families when we need it most, and I believe we should show up for them with the same unwavering dedication they show up with every single day,' Stamos continued. 'I stand by the importance of healthcare, of service, and of investing in those who care for our communities.' 'My values and political views remain unchanged and if you don't donate to Palm Beach Ray of Hope, then please consider donating to,' he concluded, sharing a link to Democracy Forward, a 'national legal organization that advances democracy and social progress through litigation, policy and public education, and regulatory engagement,' according to its official website. In the link to make donations, shared by Stamos, the page reads: 'On Inauguration Day, President Trump swore an oath to the Constitution. We need your help to hold him and his administration accountable.' The General Hospital alum has previously shared his political the 2020 presidential election, he publicly endorsed Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, posting a picture of himself alongside the former president in the White House on X after their win. Leading up to the 2024 election, he again shared his support for Harris. He was a part of the group of celebrities who signed up for the 'Comics for Harris' Zoom call, which benefited her campaign. In November, the day before election day, Stamos shared a message about 'personal reflection' and his political views on Instagram. 'I'm not here to tell anyone how to vote. This is not about dictating choices or dismissing opinions. But as we look ahead, it's no secret who I will be casting my vote for,' he wrote in the caption. 'We need a leader who prioritizes unity and strives to bridge the divides that have deepened over the past years. My hope is that this election leads to a renewed focus on bringing people together, fostering dialogue, and seeking justice and equality for all.' Stamos concluded: 'At the end of the day, I wish for a safe and honest election. And no matter the outcome, I will support the elected president and pray for a peaceful and honest transition. Let's remember that despite our differences, we share a common humanity. May this election be a step towards healing, unity, and hope.'
