Donald Trump resurfaces 2019 Kaling-Harris cooking video, sparking celebrity DNC endorsement buzz

The current enthusiasm for Harris has drawn comparisons to the celebrity backing that Barack Obama received.


Pop Culture & Art August 19, 2024
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In 2019, Mindy Kaling and Kamala Harris collaborated on a cooking video where they prepared masala dosa, a South Indian dish.

During the video, "The Office" actress and then-Sen. Harris discussed their Indian heritage. Recently, the video has gained attention again after former President Donald Trump shared it on social media to criticize Harris' racial background.

Navarro, a self-identified Republican, has supported Democratic candidates since Trump’s political rise. The TV commentator and political strategist, who contributes to CNN and co-hosts ABC’s "The View," cast her first-ever Democratic vote for Hillary Clinton in 2016 against Trump. Navarro has expressed support for Harris.

In recent weeks, many high-profile celebrities have backed Harris' campaign. While Hollywood stars have traditionally supported Democratic conventions, the current enthusiasm for Harris has drawn comparisons to the celebrity backing that former President Barack Obama received.

The Harris campaign is leveraging celebrity endorsements to boost its message, though a source familiar with the convention plans told CNN that the primary focus will be on real-life issues affecting Americans. The Democratic National Convention will also feature political figures like the Obamas and Clintons, with Biden scheduled to open the convention and advocate for Harris.

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