In the wake of Donald Trump’s surprise victory in the 2024 presidential election, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen’s girlfriend Hailee Steinfeld used her platform to encourage unity and support for marginalized communities.
Steinfeld shared a message of peace and connection with her 20 million followers on Instagram just two days after Trump’s victory announcement. “Wherever you are, and whatever you’re feeling, remember to take a moment for yourself, find a bit of calm, and connect with those who bring you joy,” the actress wrote. “We’re all in this together, and I’m sending much love your way.”
Steinfeld, a vocal supporter of Vice President Kamala Harris during the campaign, had made her political leanings clear in the lead-up to Election Day. In late October, she posted a photo wearing a Harris/Walz sweater, writing, “This election is critical—our civil liberties and freedoms hang in the balance. And for me, there’s only one clear choice: Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.”
The “Dickinson” star went on to highlight the threat posed by the over 500 anti-LGBTQ bills introduced by Republicans, emphasizing that “this election isn’t just about policy or even the price of gas. It’s about whether we celebrate diversity, progress, and basic human rights—or whether we roll back the clock to a time when families like mine couldn’t exist.”
Steinfeld’s message of unity and support for marginalized groups stood in stark contrast to the divisive rhetoric that dominated the 2024 campaign. While her boyfriend Josh Allen has maintained a politically neutral stance, avoiding public endorsements of any candidate, Steinfeld has consistently used her platform to advocate for progressive values.
In her acceptance speech for the Peabody Award for “Dickinson” in 2020, Steinfeld spoke passionately about the importance of equality and fighting for what’s right. “At the end of the day, we are all human,” she said. “We are all human, regardless of our gender identity, the color of our skin, or the person we choose to love.” This message of equality and fighting for what we believe is right is so incredibly important right now. As our nation persists in combating injustice, inequality, and racism, it becomes increasingly crucial.
Steinfeld’s latest message echoes that sentiment, urging her followers to find moments of calm and connection in the midst of the political turmoil. Her words carry particular weight in the aftermath of a contentious election that has left many Americans feeling anxious and uncertain about the future.
As the country grapples with the implications of Trump’s return to power, Steinfeld’s call for unity and compassion serves as a much-needed reminder that, despite our differences, we are all in this together. In a time of deep division, her message of hope and resilience offers a glimmer of light in the darkness.