Richard Osman Calls Out Celebrities for Speaking on Politics: “Nobody’s Listening”

Author and TV presenter Richard Osman has made it clear that celebrities should stay out of politics, stating that “nobody is listening” to their opinions. The Pointless star criticized A-lister George Clooney, who recently called for US President Joe Biden to step down before the upcoming election, saying that celebrities should leave political matters alone.

In a recent episode of his podcast, The Rest is Entertainment, Osman expressed his frustration with celebrities getting involved in political discussions. He emphasized that people are more concerned about issues like their homes, neighborhoods, schools, and safety during elections, rather than the opinions of celebrities from the entertainment industry.

Osman pointed out that celebrity opinions on elections often have the opposite effect of what they intend to achieve. Despite this, celebrities continue to voice their political views on various platforms, but Osman believes their influence is minimal when it comes to crucial matters like elections.

Meanwhile, George Clooney, a staunch Democrat, has publicly urged Joe Biden to step down, claiming that the current president does not stand a chance of winning the upcoming election against Donald Trump. Clooney criticized Biden’s recent performance in a televised debate with Trump, stating that time has taken a toll on the once vibrant political figure.

Osman’s comments serve as a reminder to celebrities that their influence may not hold as much weight in political matters as they think. As the US election draws near, it seems Osman is encouraging celebrities to focus on entertainment rather than trying to sway political outcomes.