In a bizarre turn of events, Bette Midler’s attempt at edgy election humor backfired spectacularly. On the eve of the election, Midler posted an image on X (formerly known as Twitter) that many found disturbing.

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As reported by The Gateway Pundit, the meme, now deleted along with her account, showed the inside of a refrigerator with two notable bottles: a champagne labeled with “Kamala Wins” on a Post-It, and a bottle of Drano tagged with “Trump Wins.”

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The implications, particularly suggesting she might consider drinking Drano if Trump won, didn’t sit well with social media users.

As Trump’s victory became clear, with projections showing him securing 315 electoral votes and clinching the popular vote, the responses poured in.

Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at a town hall at the Crown Arena on Friday, October. 4, 2024.

X users, unfazed by the celebrity’s dramatic stance, turned the tables, delivering a relentless wave of trolling directed at Midler. The backlash prompted her to delete her X account entirely, sparking a firestorm of commentary across various platforms.

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This isn’t the first time celebrities like Midler have received pushback for melodramatic takes on politics. Yet, this time, the reactions seemed swift and resolute, particularly as many celebrated President Trump’s undeniable win.

Former President Donald Trump wraps up a rally on Oct. 9, 2021, in Des Moines.

The former president not only swept the electoral college but also claimed the popular vote, leaving critics in a state of disbelief. Among the most vocal were Midler’s followers, who seemed more than willing to hold her accountable for the over-the-top post.

Trump, as always, remained unfazed by the Hollywood backlash, pressing forward with his victory and a message of confidence for his supporters. Midler, on the other hand, seemed to retreat from the spotlight for now, perhaps reconsidering the type of commentary she chooses to share with her audience.