Dave Bautista, known for his roles in professional wrestling and as Drax in Guardians of the Galaxy, has recently come under fire for his attempts at political activism. In a video encouraging Americans to vote, Bautista openly criticized Donald Trump, calling him weak and mocking his appearance and behavior. While intended as a serious political message, many commentators—including comedians Theo Von and Joe Rogan—found the video to be more performative than persuasive.

Rogan and Von ridiculed the PSA, noting that it oversimplified the voting process and appeared disingenuous. They accused Bautista of pandering to Hollywood elites in an attempt to further his acting career. From wearing pearls on the red carpet to softening his image, Bautista’s actions were seen as calculated efforts to appeal to progressive audiences and land more roles.

The backlash also touched on broader cultural themes. Commentators pointed out what they saw as hypocrisy in liberal circles—where body-shaming and personal attacks are criticized, but seemingly tolerated when directed at figures like Trump. The segment ended with a humorous yet biting critique of Bautista’s Hollywood transformation, calling it a classic case of “selling out.”

Ultimately, Bautista’s attempt to enter the political discourse has sparked debate not just about Trump, but about authenticity, celebrity influence, and the politicization of Hollywood. His critics argue that his performance lacked sincerity and contributed little of substance to the conversation—turning a message of civic duty into a spectacle.