Musician Gene Simmons took aim at Hollywood celebrities who publicly voice political opinions, arguing their commentary is out of touch with everyday Americans.

In a March 10 interview with TMZ, Simmons responded to questions about director Ben Stiller criticizing President Donald Trump’s White House for allegedly using a clip from Tropic Thunder in a video montage. Rather than addressing the White House controversy, Simmons focused on the broader trend of actors and comedians trying to influence political discourse.

“Yeah, because everybody in the world should listen to what actors and comedians say, because they’re so qualified,” Simmons said sarcastically. He added, “Basically, shut the f*** up. Do your art and shut up.”

The singer doubled down, emphasizing that the public is not interested in celebrities’ political opinions. “Nobody’s interested in your opinions, that includes me. Who the f*** do you think you are?” he told TMZ.

Simmons also highlighted the disconnect between the average American and Hollywood elites, noting that many Americans work hard for their living and “don’t want to be lectured to by people who live in mansions and drive Rolls-Royces.” He urged entertainers to focus on their craft instead of politics: “It’s time for everybody in the entertainment industry to shut their piehole and just do your art.”

Before ending the interview, Simmons mocked public figures like Kylie Jenner and Mark Ruffalo, underscoring his belief that celebrity political commentary is largely irrelevant to the American public.

His remarks come in the wake of Stiller’s March 6 post on X, in which the actor accused the White House of using footage from his 2008 film for propaganda purposes and called for its removal. Simmons’ comments reinforce a growing critique from conservatives who view liberal Hollywood figures as out of touch and self-important when they attempt to shape political debates.