Actor Zachary Levi, famously recognized for his roles in “Chuck” and as Shazam’s superhero, is candidly discussing the repercussions on his career from publicly supporting Donald Trump politically. In an interview with Variety, Levi admitted that some within Hollywood have become hesitant to collaborate with him due to his political stances. As he anticipated, Levi acknowledged that speaking out about these views could potentially affect his professional opportunities.
It seems that some individuals have expressed a preference not to collaborate with me due to my viewpoints, as my team has communicated to me. They haven’t provided specific names, but there are clearly people who don’t want to work with me right now. I find this situation regrettable. I was aware that such an outcome might occur, and I didn’t arrive at this decision impulsively or carelessly.
Despite the potential professional drawbacks, Levi also acknowledged an unexpected benefit:
As a cinema enthusiast, I find myself in a unique position, as there are those who might choose to distance themselves from my collaborative efforts. However, on the opposite side of the political spectrum, my services are increasingly sought after and desired. This is because, as I’ve demonstrated, I am not afraid to take risks and work with individuals who may have different voting preferences. My boldness and commitment to diversity in my work are highly valued and appreciated by many.
Initially supporting Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Levi later decided to endorse Donald Trump in September 2024. During a rally for Trump that same month, he stated, “Our goal is to reclaim this nation and make it prosper again.” However, when speaking with Variety, Levi emphasized that his support doesn’t equate to unquestioning loyalty, stating he does not view Trump as the “Orange Messiah.” He also admitted the potential for being deceived.
There’s always a chance that we might be deceived. I may very well be falling for the tricks of leaders whom I myself helped elect.
Zachary Levi’s Vaccine Views and the Future of ‘Shazam’
Amidst the ongoing debate, it’s worth noting that Levi has voiced contentious views on the COVID-19 vaccine. Back in September of 2021, he speculated that Gavin Creel, his Broadway co-star who tragically passed away from cancer in 2024, may still be alive if he hadn’t received the COVID-19 vaccine. Furthermore, prior to the release of Shazam! Fury of the Gods in 2023, Levi publicly supported the view that Pfizer posed a significant risk to global safety on Twitter.
Initially, Levi appeared as Shazam in the 2019 movie “Shazam!”, which was both critically and financially successful. However, its follow-up in 2023 underperformed at the box office, earning just $134.1 million globally compared to a production cost of around $110–125 million. Critics found that the sequel didn’t meet the high standards set by its original counterpart; for instance, the first film garnered a 90% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, whereas the sequel slid down to 49%.
Previously, James Gunn, currently joint CEO of DC Studios with Peter Safran and holding considerable influence over characters such as Shazam, had voiced opinions regarding Levi’s stance on vaccines. In a conversation about himself, Levi stated:
In the past, James Gunn, who now shares CEO duties at DC Studios with Peter Safran and has a strong voice in characters like Shazam, publicly discussed Levi’s views on vaccines. When talking about himself, Levi commented:
I’ve had a long acquaintance with James, and I trust that he was sincerely making an effort to give the best answers possible. He didn’t make me feel betrayed or uncomfortable in any way. In my opinion, James was being truthful based on his feelings, which is what one should do.
Because Shazam! Fury of the Gods does not align with James Gunn’s vision for the DCU, it remains unclear what will happen to Levi’s Shazam character in the future. However, this uncertainty hasn’t stopped the actor from expressing his enjoyment of the role and his readiness to return to the character if given the chance.
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