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Gabriel Basso Defends J.D. Vance Amid Co-Stars' Criticism

1/23/2025

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Gabriel Basso, known for his role as J.D. Vance in "Hillbilly Elegy," shares his thoughts on the character's impact on American politics, calling Vance a "cool dude" and highlighting their Midwestern roots. This perspective stands in stark contrast to co-stars like Glenn Close and director Ron Howard, who voiced their disillusionment with Vance's political transformation post-film.

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Gabriel Basso, known for his role as J.D. Vance in "Hillbilly Elegy," shares his thoughts on the character's impact on American politics, calling Vance a "cool dude" and highlighting their Midwestern roots. This perspective stands in stark contrast to co-stars like Glenn Close and director Ron Howard, who voiced their disillusionment with Vance's political transformation post-film.