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However, since the election results became clear that Donald Trump would be returning to the White House, Ruffalo's tone drastically changed. For an entire week, the actor vanished from social media, opting for silence rather than the usual barrage of political commentary. This sudden retreat fueled speculation about his emotional state.
Recently, Ruffalo finally broke his silence — but not with hope or celebration. Instead, he delivered a somber speech at the ACLU Southern California, revealing feelings of fear, depression, and sadness. His tone was defeatist and lamentous, as he openly admitted that he was overwhelmed by the election outcome.