Earlier than the U.S. Election Day, discuss present host John Oliver was seen seemingly getting emotional whereas endorsing Kamala Harris throughout a phase on Final Week Tonight’s episode. However after that, he appeared on The Late Present with Stephen Colbert and clarified what actually occurred throughout his teary-eyed endorsement video.
John Oliver addresses his Kamala Harris endorsement video
Within the video, which may be seen beneath, Oliver backed Kamala Harris. However, what made the spotlight was him seemingly holding again tears whereas asking individuals to vote for Harris.
Watch the entire phase of Final Week Tonight’s episode right here:
The above video exhibits Oliver acknowledging how most of his airtime has been about why individuals shouldn’t vote for Donald Trump. However, he additionally states that he could be voting for Harris on the U.S. presidential election day on Tuesday. The second that went viral was him getting a bit teary-eyed and saying, “Look, I really like this nation. I’m an immigrant. I selected to be right here,” earlier than confirming who he could be voting for.
Nonetheless, chatting with Stephen Colbert on his discuss present, he admitted to being astonished by how a lot protection his clip had obtained. As Colbert talked about headlines a few “Teary-eyed John Oliver” pleading with America, Oliver revealed what had occurred. He confirmed that he wasn’t actually weeping and stated:
“I wasn’t crying…I’m British. I’m lifeless inside. There’s no practical emotion left in right here. Centuries and centuries have rendered it moot.”
Then as Colbert provided him a tissue, Oliver added, “I don’t want it…I’m emotionally laborious as nails!”
Watch Oliver’s phase with Colbert right here:
Along with his public affirmation of supporting Harris, John Oliver has joined Arnold Schwarzenegger, Harrison Ford, and Taylor Swift, amongst many different celebrities who’ve additionally endorsed her.
Try what Harrison Ford stated about Harris in his newest endorsement video.
