Cheryl Hines Critiques Hollywood Hypocrisy
Actress Cheryl Hines has called out the hypocrisy of Hollywood’s elite, who often portray themselves as inclusive and caring while engaging in harsh personal attacks. She notes that she has been on the receiving end of criticism, particularly due to her marriage to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who serves as Secretary of Health and Human Services under President Donald Trump.
“I think I understand where actors and entertainers come from, wanting to express their ethical stance,” Hines shared, although she insists that political issues have never interested her much. “It’s surprising to see how sensitive some people are to hate or criticism, wanting to express that their morals clash with the current administration,” she said.
However, she pointed out the contradiction: “They’re offering this message of inclusivity, yet treating others differently because of their associations. ‘We like everyone, except her because she’s married to him,’ they say,” she exclaimed.
The Emmy nominee, who tied the knot with Kennedy in 2014, mentioned that many of her Hollywood friends have distanced themselves from her. Interestingly, it was Larry David, the creator of Curb Your Enthusiasm, who introduced her to Kennedy.
Hines expressed that she doesn’t expect Kennedy to be mistreated if he meets her former friends, adding, “If I met Larry, I’d be glad to see him. I’m not sure how a conversation might go, but I believe it would be fine.”
Previously, Hines has conveyed her feelings about losing connections. In an October podcast appearance, she discussed the toll her marriage took on her friendships. “Some friends get so worked up about politics that they can’t handle my marriage to Bobby,” she commented. “It’s too taxing for them to maintain the friendship. They can’t be comfortable around me.”
She speculated that her relationship might have even cost her acting opportunities. “Some people find it difficult to separate my marriage from my work,” she noted. “Yet there are others in the industry who still reach out, saying they want to collaborate. It really is a mixed bag.”
