Hollywood Star Praises 'Genuine' Trump

Dennis Quaid calls the former president 'very funny' and 'approachable' in new interview.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Actor Dennis Quaid praised former President Donald Trump in a recent podcast interview, calling him "very surprisingly approachable and very funny. And really genuine." Quaid, who campaigned for Trump in 2024, also criticized Hollywood for becoming too left-leaning, saying he considers himself a "common-sense independent" who leans more conservative.

Why it matters

Quaid's positive comments about Trump come as the former president continues to maintain a strong base of support, particularly among conservative and Republican voters. The actor's remarks also highlight the political divisions within the entertainment industry, where many celebrities have been critical of Trump.

The details

In the interview with evangelical pastor Greg Laurie, Quaid said Trump "wouldn't be president if he wasn't genuine" and that "the people who voted for him, they know that he has their best interests at heart." Quaid also claimed that being a Clinton Democrat in today's Hollywood is "the same thing as being a neo-con, on the right side or whatever." The actor, who portrayed President Ronald Reagan in a 2024 film, campaigned for Trump at a rally in California's Coachella Valley in October 2024.

  • Quaid's interview with Greg Laurie was published on February 23, 2026.
  • Quaid campaigned for Trump at a rally in Coachella, California on October 12, 2024.

The players

Dennis Quaid

A 71-year-old Hollywood actor known for films like "The Right Stuff" and "The Parent Trap." Quaid has long been a supporter of former President Donald Trump and campaigned for him in the 2024 election.

Donald Trump

The 79-year-old former president of the United States, who Quaid described as "very surprisingly approachable and very funny. And really genuine."

Greg Laurie

An evangelical pastor and podcaster who interviewed Quaid.

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What they’re saying

“He wouldn't be president if he wasn't genuine. The people who voted for him, they know that he has their best interests at heart, that he is a genuine person.”

— Dennis Quaid, Actor (The Greg Laurie Show)

“I've never seen anybody with that kind of energy. People say that about me, but he's really got a lot of energy.”

— Dennis Quaid, Actor (The Greg Laurie Show)

The takeaway

Quaid's positive comments about Trump highlight the continued political divisions in Hollywood, where many celebrities have been critical of the former president. However, Quaid's remarks also suggest that there are some in the entertainment industry who remain supportive of Trump and his brand of politics.