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Woody Allen Praises Donald Trump's Acting Skills During Podcast Appearance
9/1/2025, 10:04:59 PM
Woody Allen's Reflections on Donald Trump
During a recent episode of Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast, filmmaker Woody Allen expressed admiration for President Donald Trump's acting abilities, recalling their collaboration on the 1998 film *Celebrity*. Allen described Trump as “a pleasure to work with” and noted that he was “very good” in his role, which involved playing himself. Allen emphasized that Trump was polite, professional, and demonstrated a “real flair for show business,” stating, “he hit his mark, did everything correctly.”
Political Disagreement and Surprising Career Choice
Despite his praise for Trump’s performance, Allen clarified his political stance, asserting that he is not a supporter of the president. He stated, “I’m a Democrat. I voted for Kamala Harris,” and expressed disagreement with Trump on “95 percent” to “99 percent” of his policies. Allen expressed surprise that Trump transitioned into politics, suggesting that the political realm is filled with “headaches and critical decisions,” contrasting it with Trump’s previous lifestyle, which included attending Knicks games and judging beauty contests.
Criticism of the #MeToo Movement and Personal Controversies
The conversation also touched on Allen's own controversies, particularly the allegations of sexual abuse made against him by his adopted daughter, Dylan Farrow. Allen has consistently denied these allegations, which gained renewed attention during the #MeToo movement. Maher humorously warned Allen about potential backlash for his comments on Trump, to which Allen responded, “If you think you were canceled before…” He acknowledged that while he has faced professional challenges due to these allegations, he felt fortunate that they arose later in his career.
Official Statements & Responses
Allen maintained that his judgment of Trump is based solely on their professional interactions, stating, “I can only judge what I know from directing him in film.” He reiterated his desire to direct Trump again, humorously suggesting that he could “do wonders” if given the opportunity.
Verbatim Quotes
- “He was a pleasure to work with and a very good actor.” — Woody Allen, Filmmaker
- “Politics is nothing but headaches and critical decisions and agony.” — Woody Allen, Filmmaker
- “I am a Democrat. I voted for Kamala Harris. And I take issue with him on 95% of the things, maybe 99%,” — Woody Allen, Filmmaker
- “If he would let me direct him now that he’s president, I think I could do wonders.” — Woody Allen, Filmmaker
Conclusion
Woody Allen's comments on Donald Trump have sparked discussions about the intersection of politics and entertainment, highlighting the complexities of personal and professional relationships in the public eye. While Allen admires Trump’s acting skills, he remains firmly opposed to his political agenda, illustrating the nuanced perspectives that can exist even among individuals with starkly different views.
