Hollywood actor Woody Harrelson has publicly criticized Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former chief medical advisor to President Biden, for what he describes as "extraordinarily evil" actions taken during the COVID-19 pandemic and the AIDS crisis. Harrelson’s comments came during a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, where he engaged in a discussion about the controversial figure of Fauci and the claims made by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. regarding his conduct in public health crises.
During the podcast, Rogan pointed out that Kennedy, who has been vocal in his criticism of Fauci, has not faced legal repercussions for his statements. "If all these things [RFK] is saying about Anthony Fauci during the AIDS crisis, if that’s not true, why is he not getting sued?" Rogan questioned, suggesting that if Kennedy’s allegations were false, Fauci would have a strong case for defamation.
In response, Harrelson expressed his belief that Fauci’s actions were indeed malevolent, stating, "Fauci did some extraordinarily evil shit and he knows what he did." He elaborated on how Fauci allegedly managed to influence respected scientists and researchers, orchestrating their support for various vaccines over the decades, including those related to the AIDS epidemic and COVID-19.
Harrelson also praised Kennedy for his relentless pursuit of truth, calling him "heroic" for standing firm in his convictions despite facing significant backlash. "I really hope he’s able to do some good things," Harrelson said, acknowledging Kennedy’s commitment to issues that have made him a target for criticism. He added that even if Kennedy’s claims were incorrect, his willingness to speak out was commendable.
Rogan, who admitted to initially viewing Kennedy as a "kook" and a "conspiracy nut," shared that his perspective changed after witnessing the backlash against Kennedy during the pandemic and reading his book. This shift led Rogan to reconsider Kennedy’s arguments and the validity of his criticisms of Fauci.
The podcast episode has sparked renewed discussions about Fauci’s legacy and the controversies surrounding public health decisions made during the pandemic. Harrelson’s remarks, alongside Rogan’s reflections, highlight the ongoing debates about accountability and transparency in health policy, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 response.