Hollywood legend Harrison Ford has never been one to mince words, but his latest comments about former President Donald Trump are among his most blistering yet. Speaking during an emotional interview about climate change, the 82-year-old actor tore into Trump’s environmental record and mocked his handling of global crises, saying the former leader “sat there golfing while the world went to hell in a handbasket.”
The remarks came during a sit-down conversation with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour, where Ford discussed the worsening climate emergency, rising authoritarianism, and the global drift toward apathy. When the topic turned to Trump’s reemergence in politics — and his plans for a second term — Ford’s tone hardened instantly. “He doesn’t care about anyone but himself,” the actor said. “We’re talking about the survival of the planet, and he’s worried about how many people clap for him.”
Ford, best known for his roles in Star Wars and Indiana Jones, has long been outspoken on environmental issues. But those close to him say his frustration has hit new levels as Trump continues to downplay climate action while courting energy donors. “It’s infuriating,” Ford told The New York Times. “You’ve got wildfires, floods, famine — and this man wants to deregulate everything. We don’t have time for stupidity anymore.”
Harrison Ford slams Trump: “He was golfing while the world went to hell in a handbasket.” @PopBase
The actor’s furious comments have already gone viral across X and TikTok, where millions of users are sharing clips from the interview. One snippet shows Ford shaking his head as he says, “Leaders used to care about something larger than themselves. Now it’s all ego and lies.” The line drew thunderous applause from the live audience and sent the hashtag #HarrisonFord trending worldwide.
Ford’s comments appeared to be in response to Trump’s recent rally in Michigan, where he mocked electric vehicles and dismissed climate science as “a scam by China.” “You can’t fix stupid,” Ford fired back, referencing that speech directly. “This isn’t politics — it’s physics. And physics doesn’t care about your opinion polls.”
Environmental activists have hailed Ford’s fiery speech as one of the most powerful celebrity interventions in recent memory. “He’s saying what millions of people are thinking,” said climate campaigner Amara Lewis. “It’s rare to see a public figure cut through the noise and speak this plainly. Harrison Ford has nothing to prove — that’s why people listen.”
Still, the reaction has been predictably polarized. Pro-Trump commentators accused Ford of being “another Hollywood elitist preaching from his mansion,” while supporters praised his courage. “This man flew the Millennium Falcon, he’s not scared of Trump,” one user joked on Reddit, earning thousands of upvotes.
“We don’t have time for stupidity anymore.” — Harrison Ford takes aim at Trump’s climate record. @Variety
During the interview, Ford was asked whether he feared speaking out might alienate parts of his fanbase. His response was blunt: “I don’t care. I’ve been on this planet long enough to know when someone’s full of it. And Trump is full of it.”
Ford has been involved in climate activism for decades, serving on the board of Conservation International since 1991. He’s narrated environmental documentaries, delivered speeches at the United Nations, and once told a room full of business leaders, “Stop giving power to people who don’t believe in science.” His latest remarks, however, struck an unusually personal tone. “I’ve got kids, grandkids,” he said quietly. “They’ll have to live with what we destroy.”
Following the interview, Trump’s campaign reportedly brushed off Ford’s comments, with one adviser telling Reuters that “Harrison Ford should stick to playing pretend heroes.” That dismissive remark only seemed to fuel Ford’s supporters further. “He’s done more for the planet in one speech than Trump did in four years,” one user wrote on Instagram.
In one particularly heated moment, Ford compared Trump’s leadership style to “a reckless pilot flying blind.” “He’s taking us straight into a storm, ignoring every warning light on the dashboard,” Ford said. “And somehow people are still cheering.”
“We’re talking about the survival of the planet, and he’s worried about crowd size.” — Harrison Ford @TheAVClub
The outburst wasn’t all anger — there was a hint of sorrow too. “It’s tragic,” Ford said, looking down for a moment. “We could have been the generation that fixed this. Instead, we’re arguing about who gets credit while the forests burn.”
Environmental experts have praised Ford’s passion, saying celebrity voices can help break through public fatigue. “People stop listening to politicians,” noted sustainability scholar Dr. Ellis Chen of Cambridge University. “But when someone like Harrison Ford speaks — a man who’s walked away from fame and fortune to stand up for the planet — it resonates.”
As Ford wrapped up his interview, Amanpour asked what message he had for leaders like Trump who continue to deny climate science. His answer was as sharp as it was final: “History’s going to remember you, but not the way you want.”
He paused, then added with that dry, familiar smirk: “And if you don’t believe in global warming — go stand outside.”