American actor and comedian Will Ferrell has shared a new ad in support of Kamala Harris, where he jokingly threatens voters named Gary to ensure they vote correctly. The ad, intended to be humorous, seeks to motivate people to vote while laying emphasis on the importance of their vote.
In the ad, Ferrell states, Shut the f–k up, Gary,” referencing a hypothetical Gary who plans to vote for another candidate. His message underscores the idea that people’s vote can critically influence the results of the election, and promotes the candidate he supports – Kamala Harris.
Ferrell’s involvement in the campaign indicates the increasing involvement of prominent societal figures like celebrities in political campaigns, leveraging their influence to sway public opinion. It also highlights the creative means employed to engage voters and promote candidates.