Comedian Bill Burr says celebrities shouldn’t leave the US amidst political unrest

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23 Sep 2026 • 9:03 PM MYT
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Comedian Bill Burr says celebrities shouldn’t leave the US amidst political unrest

  • Comedian Bill Burr has criticised celebrities leaving the US amidst political unrest, arguing that people should stay and fight instead of relocating overseas.
  • Burr made the comments in an interview with Rolling Stone while discussing his helicopter flying hobby and concerns over potential societal collapse.
  • High-profile figures such as Ellen DeGeneres, Rosie O’Donnell, and Courtney Love have recently left the US, explicitly citing Donald Trump as an influence.
  • DeGeneres relocated to the UK in late 2024, while O’Donnell moved to Ireland in January 2025, stating she will only consider returning when equal rights are safe for all citizens.
  • Other stars including Richard Gere and Eva Longoria have also established homes abroad, although their stated reasons were not focused on politics.

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