Dylan Mulvaney Responds Powerfully After Trump Mocks Her and CNN’s Kaitlan Collins at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Transgender advocate and actress Dylan Mulvaney has issued a response to President Donald Trump following his mockery of her and CNN’s Kaitlan Collins during the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Friday night. The event, postponed from April due to a shooting incident, featured Trump delivering remarks that included comparisons between the two women after Collins received an award for her coverage of the administration.
Trump’s Remarks at the Dinner
During his speech, Trump congratulated Collins but dismissed the significance of her award. He stated, “It was all about me. It’s a fake — she shouldn’t get the award, it was a fake. But I didn’t mind. I said, ‘Kaitlan, congratulations.’ But it was fake, there’s no question about it.”
Following his comments about Collins, Trump shifted his focus to Mulvaney, referencing the controversy surrounding her 2023 Bud Light advertisement. He remarked, “I thought Kaitlan had really made it big with a major new sponsorship, but then I informed her that it wasn’t her on the Bud Light can, it was Dylan Mulvaney. Dylan Mulvaney cost Bud Light $35 billion in market cap. That was the worst commercial ever made by the way.”
Collins’ Response
In the aftermath of the event, Collins took to Instagram to share a series of photos, including a quote from Eleanor Roosevelt: “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” She captioned her post, expressing gratitude for receiving her award and emphasizing the importance of the First Amendment and the role of journalism in holding those in power accountable.
Mulvaney’s Video Response
The following day, Trump reiterated his comments by posting an edited image that juxtaposed Mulvaney’s advertisement with Collins’ face. In response, Mulvaney released a nearly four-minute video on social media, acknowledging that Trump had mentioned her multiple times during his speech. She began by congratulating Collins and expressing her admiration for her work.
Mulvaney stated, “I’m incredibly honored to be compared to her in any way, and I hope that she keeps doing all the great work.” She reflected on Trump’s remarks about her past advertisement, noting that despite her efforts to maintain a low profile, she remains a topic of discussion.
Reflections on Freedom and Support
In her video, Mulvaney shared her thoughts on the significance of Trump’s comments. She mentioned a recent personal experience that shifted her perspective on how she wants to be treated. “What I realized from that experience was that I shouldn’t want to be with someone who doesn’t really want to be with me,” she explained.
She further elaborated on the implications of being publicly criticized by the administration, suggesting that such remarks could be viewed as a compliment. “Maybe being publicly mocked and criticized by this administration is actually like the greatest compliment of all, because it puts me in the company of some of the most brilliant, empathetic people in our world today,” she stated.
Mulvaney also questioned why her success seems to be a concern for some, asserting her freedom and authenticity. “I am free in a way that they will never have the privilege to experience,” she said. “My freedom is fully dependent on the moment that I acknowledged my real authentic self.”
Call for Support
In closing, Mulvaney encouraged her audience to support transgender and non-binary individuals. She expressed gratitude to Trump for reminding her of her own power, stating, “Thank you for reminding me that I am more powerful than I even knew.”
As reported by www.hollywoodreporter.com.
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Published on 2026-07-27 07:59:00 • By FAME Delivered News Desk