Celebrities respond to Childish Gambino music video
'This is America'
© Getty Images
CELEBRITY Childish gambino
Childish Gambino, also known as Donald Glover, has shaken his audience with the emotional, political, and well-crafted music video for his song 'This is America.' Bringing light to gun violence and systemic racism, Glover did not shy away from his message—and the result is reaping positive reactions from celebrities.
In an Instagram photo for her birthday, Adele added, "Ps Childish Gambino how the hell do you have time to offer us so much greatness on so many platforms. I adore you x."
Jaden Smith took to Twitter to say, "This Video Is Iconic."
This Video Is Iconic https://t.co/0F4GeIkj4s
— Jaden Smith (@officialjaden) May 7, 2018
Bruno Mars also sang Glover's praises saying, "Childish Gambino. From his show Atlanta to his music and new video. All around incredible."
Childish Gambino. From his show Atlanta to his music and new video. All around incredible. https://t.co/yooD3AHxir
— Bruno Mars (@BrunoMars) May 7, 2018
Danielle Brooks from 'Orange is the New Black' wrote via Instagram, "This is not meant to be a trending post. This is REQUIRED VIEWING. Much respect to this Black Man. @childishgambino"
Olivia Wilde mentioned the director behind the project, saying, "When I grow up I wanna make something half this good. @muraihiro you are unreal."
The rapper, Nelly, shared the video on Instagram, saying, "Easily video of the year @mtv ..!!!!!!!!! @childishgambino"