Joe Rogan's Trump endorsement reshapes 2024 election dynamics
Joe Rogan has officially endorsed Donald Trump in the US elections. This provides a significant electoral boost for the Republican candidate, as Rogan has a large fan base across the pond, particularly among young men.
Joe Rogan is a UFC commentator and the host of the highly popular podcast "The Joe Rogan Experience". On YouTube, his channel boasts over 18.2 million subscribers. At the end of October, Trump himself appeared on the podcast, which garnered over 45 million views in just 10 days.
Rogan has now taken to social media to endorse the Republican candidate officially. He mentioned that a conversation with Elon Musk influenced his decision to vote for Trump. According to Rogan, Musk "is the most compelling case for Trump you’ll hear, and I agree with him every step of the way."
However, Rogan did not disclose which arguments were pivotal. He only stated that he "expresses support for Trump".
During a campaign appearance in Pittsburgh, Trump acknowledged Rogan's endorsement. He claimed that Rogan is "the biggest possible". He also asserted that Rogan had never endorsed a presidential candidate before, which is not accurate. In 2020, Rogan endorsed Bernie Sanders.
Who is Joe Rogan?
Joe Rogan is an American comedian, actor, television presenter, sports commentator, and podcaster. He was born on 11 August 1967 in Newark, New Jersey. He began his career as a stand-up comedian in Boston in 1988 and rose to fame in 1995 thanks to his role as Joe Garrelli in NBC's sitcom "NewsRadio".
From 2001 to 2006 and from 2011 to 2012, he hosted the show "Fear Factor," which earned him widespread recognition.
Since 1997, he has also been a commentator for mixed martial arts (MMA) events organised by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where his energetic analyses and extensive knowledge of MMA have contributed to the sport's increasing popularity.
In 2009, Rogan launched the podcast "The Joe Rogan Experience", which has become one of the most popular worldwide. The podcast hosts many guests, including comedians, athletes, scientists, and politicians, offering lengthy, free-flowing conversations on various topics.
In 2020, Rogan signed an exclusive deal with Spotify, estimated at around 100 million dollars, making him one of the highest-paid podcasters in the world.
