Trump Attacks Springsteen Over Tour Rehearsal

Former president lashes out at iconic rocker over political differences.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 5:56pm

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Former President Donald Trump has launched a personal attack on Bruce Springsteen, calling the legendary musician a "bad, and very boring singer" who looks like a "dried up prune" and has suffered from "the work of a really bad plastic surgeon." The comments come after Springsteen was spotted rehearsing for his upcoming "Land of Hope and Dreams" American Tour in Ocean Grove, New Jersey.

Why it matters

Trump's attacks on Springsteen are the latest in a long history of the former president targeting celebrities and public figures who have been critical of him. Springsteen has been an outspoken critic of Trump, and the two have a contentious relationship dating back to the 2016 election.

The details

In a statement, Trump lashed out at Springsteen, saying the singer has "long had a horrible and incurable case of Trump Derangement Syndrome, sometimes referred to as TDS." The former president's comments come after Springsteen was photographed rehearsing with the E Street Band at the Ocean Grove Youth Center in New Jersey ahead of the tour's opening show on Tuesday.

  • Springsteen was spotted rehearsing for his upcoming "Land of Hope and Dreams" American Tour in Ocean Grove, New Jersey on March 26, 2026.
  • The tour is set to open on Tuesday, April 2, 2026.

The players

Donald Trump

The former president of the United States who has a long history of attacking celebrities and public figures critical of him.

Bruce Springsteen

An iconic American musician and singer-songwriter who has been an outspoken critic of Trump and his policies.

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What they’re saying

“Bad, and very boring singer, Bruce Springsteen, who looks like a dried up prune who has suffered greatly from the work of a really bad plastic surgeon, has long had a horrible and incurable case of Trump Derangement Syndrome, sometimes referred to as TDS,”

— Donald Trump

The takeaway

Trump's latest attack on Springsteen is a continuation of his long-standing feud with celebrities and public figures who have been critical of him. The former president's personal insults and attacks on Springsteen's appearance and musical talent reflect his ongoing efforts to discredit and diminish those who oppose him.