Introduction
Actress Cheryl Hines, best known for her role on HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm”, has been married to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. since 2014. Kennedy is an environmental activist, but also promotes controversial conspiracy theories about vaccines and COVID-19. In a recent interview, Hines addressed her husband’s views and her support for him.
Hines Avoids Discussing Kennedy’s Conspiracy Theories
In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter published on February 7, 2023, Hines mostly avoided discussing Kennedy’s controversial opinions:
“I don’t want to speak for him because it’s not what I’m into or what I believe in. I just don’t really even get into it, truly.”
She defended his environmental activism, while distancing herself from his other views:
“I’m incredibly proud of the work he’s done in the environmental space. He’s just doing whatever he can to make the planet healthier, specifically for children who are most vulnerable. That’s really what he talks about.”
Support For Potential Presidential Campaign
Despite Kennedy’s conspiracy theories, Hines did not rule out supporting him if he runs for president in 2024:
“Yeah, absolutely. I would go anywhere Robert goes. If he ever did that I would fully support it.”
According to The Hill, Kennedy has been considering launching a campaign against Donald Trump for the Republican nomination.
Mixed Responses to Hines’s Support
Hines’s comments in support of Kennedy have received both praise and criticism:
- Some argue she should do more to condemn his conspiracy theories and pseudoscience.
- Others say spouses should support each other despite political disagreements.
Pajiba published a column defending Hines’s choice to “stay out of it” rather than criticize her husband publicly.
However, promoting baseless and potentially dangerous conspiracy theories about public health remains morally questionable regardless of family ties. Hines faces ongoing calls to clarify her own positions on these issues.
The Future of Kennedy’s Activism
It remains unclear whether Kennedy will actually launch a presidential bid for 2024. While he has expressed interest, he faces considerable challenges attempting to defeat an incumbent president in his own party’s primary race.
Kennedy seems likely to continue his environmental and anti-vaccine advocacy regardless of his political plans. This will keep his controversial theories in the public discourse and present ongoing tensions for his marriage to Cheryl Hines.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2014 | Cheryl Hines marries Robert F. Kennedy Jr |
| 2023 | Hines interviewed, avoids discussing Kennedy’s conspiracy theories |
| 2024 | Kennedy considers running for president against Donald Trump |
Conclusion
Cheryl Hines is standing by her husband Robert F. Kennedy Jr. despite his promotion of widely discredited conspiracy theories. Her political loyalty has drawn both criticism and defense. Meanwhile Kennedy himself faces pressure to temper his most dangerous rhetoric. This developing situation will continue influencing public perceptions of their high-profile marriage.
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