Amber Rose, the renowned OnlyFans model, influencer, and former girlfriend of rappers, made a surprising appearance at the Republican National Convention. Known for her striking platinum buzz cut and face tattoo, Ms. Rose took the stage and shared her unexpected support for Donald Trump.
In a bold statement to the predominantly white audience, Ms. Rose admitted that she had previously fallen for what she called “left-wing propaganda” regarding Trump’s alleged racism. However, she proudly declared that she now stands with the Republican Party, even donning the iconic red hat.
During the event, Ms. Rose emphasized, “These are my people. This is where I belong.” This sentiment was further reinforced when she appeared on the convention hall’s screens the following night in a music video for “Trump Trump Baby,” a remix of Vanilla Ice’s hit song “Ice Ice Baby,” performed by the MAGA rapper, Forgiato Blow. In the video, Ms. Rose accessorized with a substantial gold chain featuring a medallion of Trump’s face.
Amidst the four-day Trump celebration, Amber Rose embodied a controversial campaign strategy employed by the Trump team—leveraging hip-hop and rap culture to appeal to Black and Latino voters. The campaign has incorporated street slang, music, and style, from selling luxury golden sneakers to featuring hip-hop tracks at rallies and welcoming conservative artists and rappers to exclusive events.
Notably, Mr. Trump’s campaign has even brought rappers accused of serious crimes, such as murder, onstage during rallies, showcasing a unique and unconventional approach to engaging with diverse communities.
