Legendary rock star Cherie Currie, once the rebellious face of The Runaways, has shocked Hollywood by fully embracing the MAGA movement and becoming an influential conservative voice. The singer who helped define 1970s punk has turned her anti-establishment energy toward what she sees as today’s most significant threat to American freedom: the Democratic Party.
From Punk Rock Rebel to Conservative Warrior
Cherie Currie’s transformation from rock icon to conservative advocate marks a significant shift from her days as the lead singer of The Runaways, where she performed alongside future star Joan Jett. Her pivot to politics represents part of a growing trend of entertainment figures breaking from Hollywood’s predominantly liberal stance to voice support for conservative values and the MAGA movement.
MUST SEE! Rock Star Cherie Currie leaves the Democrats FOREVER: #WalkAway Testimonial@CherieCurrie3 #WalkAwayChallenge pic.twitter.com/wZbACKmFKs
— Brandon Straka #WalkAway (@BrandonStraka) September 12, 2024
Currie’s political journey was highlighted in a widely viewed #WalkAway testimonial video where she explained her disillusionment with the Democratic Party. The former punk rocker now regularly shares conservative viewpoints on social media, creating a stark contrast to her rebellious musical beginnings in an industry typically associated with progressive politics.
Joining the Conservative Rock Movement
Currie joins the ranks of other notable rock musicians who have embraced conservative politics, including Ted Nugent, Kid Rock, and Gene Simmons. Ted Nugent, known for his outspoken right-wing views, once famously said, “If the coyote’s in your living room pissing on your couch, it’s not the coyote’s fault. It’s your fault for not shooting him,” reflecting the direct, unapologetic style that resonates with many conservative supporters.
Cherie Currie
Singer for the '70s band The Runaways.
Author, actress, chainsaw artist, mother.
She left the Democrats FOREVER:“Fuck the Democratic Party!
You clowns. Liars! Users. Destroyers! Mental case Cowards! We’ve HAD IT with you! Keep standing up for law breaking… pic.twitter.com/iss0JCbjmz— Jon Dogar-Marinesco (@dogar_marinesco) April 25, 2025
Kid Rock demonstrated his Republican allegiance by endorsing Mitt Romney and performing at Romney rallies during the 2012 presidential campaign. Gene Simmons of KISS fame has advocated for America to be managed like a business, supporting fiscal conservatism with statements like “No matter how much bellyaching everybody does, if you can’t afford it, you shouldn’t do it.”
The Price of Political Conversion
Currie’s political transformation has not been without controversy, as many former fans express disappointment with her shift to the right. The Western Journal reported her political awakening with the headline “Former Punk Rock Lead Singer Cherie Currie Renounces the Democratic Party After Realizing She ‘Fell for’ Its Lies,'” documenting her official break from the political left.
“MUST SEE! Rock Star Cherie Currie leaves the Democrats FOREVER: #WalkAway Testimonial @CherieCurrie3 #WalkAwayChallenge” – Brandon Straka’s endorsement has helped amplify Currie’s voice within conservative circles.
Currie’s scheduled appearances at conservative events demonstrate her commitment to her new political identity beyond mere social media posts. Unlike many Hollywood figures who remain silent about their conservative beliefs out of fear of career repercussions, Currie has boldly stepped forward as part of the #WalkAway movement, encouraging others to reconsider their political allegiances.
The rocker’s journey mirrors that of Johnny Ramone, who maintained staunch conservative views throughout his career despite the predominantly liberal punk scene. While continuing to perform music for her longtime fans, Currie now dedicates significant energy to political activism, using her platform to advocate for conservative values and critique Democratic policies.
Sources:
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/a-pocket-guide-to-republican-rockers-200359/
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/04/this-iconic-rocker-has-gone-full-maga-conservative/