Carrie Coon, known for her role in “The White Lotus,” opened up on “The View” about her personal experiences with family and friends who support President Donald Trump. During the discussion, she acknowledged that the character played by her co-star Leslie Bibb, who is depicted as a Trump voter, resonates with her own real-life circumstances.
Coon shared that her family hails from Ohio and that they have engaged in discussions about politics, particularly surrounding Trump. However, she noted that these conversations have become increasingly challenging, as she feels her Trump-supporting relatives have been influenced by an authoritarian mindset. “I had family members who voted for Trump. We had to have those conversations,” she remarked.
In a scene from the show that garnered attention, Bibb’s character Kate reveals her voting choice to friends who assumed she was on the opposite political spectrum. This moment reflects the show’s exploration of political divides among friends.
Coon expressed concern over what she perceives as a lack of factual basis in the views of Trump voters. “It’s very hard to talk about anything because there’s no basis in fact,” she explained, addressing the broader implications of misinformation and the current political climate.
Co-hosts on the show seemed to resonate with Coon’s thoughts, particularly around the notion that narrative and messaging can significantly shape public perception. Coon emphasized that while the political landscape can be challenging, understanding the influence of leadership and information sources is crucial.
This conversation not only sheds light on the personal struggles of navigating differing political beliefs within families but also underscores the importance of open dialogue and comprehension in a polarized environment.