Gwen Stefani Faces Backlash After Supporting Tucker Carlson Interview

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Gwen Stefani has ignited controversy among her liberal fanbase after publicly endorsing a lengthy interview between controversial commentator Tucker Carlson and actor Jonathan Roumie, which aired on March 12, 2025. Stefani’s praise for the one-and-a-half-hour discussion, primarily focused on Christian themes and Lent, has drawn sharp criticism from many of her followers.

In a post on social media platform X, Stefani described Roumie as a “powerful inspirational human” and referred to the conversation as “an enlightening intelligent beautiful interview.” Roumie, known for portraying Jesus in the hit series “The Chosen” and the protagonist in the film “Jesus Revolution,” discussed faith, his acting career, and the prayer app Hallow, which he and Stefani have promoted. His Catholic faith played a significant role in the interview.

However, the response from fans has been overwhelmingly negative, with numerous comments labeling the singer a “right wing grifter.” One follower remarked, “I love you but I hope you know that your faith and Tucker Carlson’s platform full of hate are completely opposite of each other.” Others criticized her for allegedly abandoning her liberal roots, stating, “Gwen is in her Trump era.”

Stefani’s support for the interview comes on the heels of previous backlash she received in December 2024 after promoting Hallow, a prayer and meditation app that costs $69.99 annually for premium access. Critics, including “Selling Sunset” star Chrishell Stause, disparaged the idea of a “pay to pray” application.

Despite the criticism, some fans defended Stefani, emphasizing her longstanding openness about her Catholic faith. “Thank you for posting this and allowing the world to see how unhinged people have gotten over politics,” one supporter commented on X. Another remarked, “She wasn’t highlighting anyone except J. Roumie. Why can’t everyone just be themselves without all the presumption and judgement?”

Raised in the Catholic Church, Stefani often attuned to mass, even while on tour. She reportedly waited until her marriage with Gavin Rossdale was annulled by the Vatican before remarrying the country star Blake Shelton. Throughout her career, Stefani has largely refrained from discussing her political views and has declined to label herself as a Democrat or Republican. In a 2021 interview with Paper magazine, she remarked that people should have the right to keep their politics private, adding that she is not a political science major and believes the public may not care about pop stars’ political opinions.

Stefani’s situation mirrors that of Nicole Scherzinger, a former member of the Pussycat Dolls, who faced backlash for expressing interest in a “Make Jesus Great Again” hat and for liking a post from politician Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Scherzinger’s response included an ambiguous apology, stating she did not realize her actions might be construed as political, although she voiced her empathy for marginalized communities affected by the election.

As the public discourse around celebrity endorsements and political affiliations continues, Stefani’s latest commentary serves as a reminder of the complexities that arise at the intersection of faith, politics, and public persona.