Wayne Gretzky, known as "The Great One" for his legendary NHL career, attended a star-studded party at Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, sparking speculation about the hockey icon's political leanings.
Gretzky was photographed at Trump's election night gathering on Tuesday night alongside his wife Janet and son-in-law Dustin Johnson and daughter Paulina Gretzky.
Also present were Trump's daughter Ivanka and billionaire Elon Musk with his son. The exclusive event drew major celebrities as the election results rolled in.
Gretzky’s appearance at Trump's party suggests his support for the former president. He was also spotted together with Donald Trump at the Mar a Lago estate in 2022.
Donald Trump is in the lead with 266 votes compared to Kamala Harris 219, in the race to reach the 270 electoral votes required to secure the presidency.
Fans react to Wayne Gretzky attending party at Trump's Mar-a-Lago mansion during election
The appearance of hockey legend Wayne Gretzky at a party in Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate during the 2024 election has sparked mixed reactions from fans online.
One tweeted:
"Gretzky and Jordan backing Trump. Who needs these other athletes?"
Another wrote:
"Looks like you’re in need of a smile, so here’s one to share and pass around the room. Ps Tell Elon Brand says hello and his son is adorable I just saw him with Tucker Carlson live on X."
Here are some more fan reactions to Wayne Gretzky's visit to Mar-a-Lago mansion:
"Don’t follow the puck to where it is at, follow the puck to where it’s going," one fan wrote on X.
"God is moving in ways last seen many years ago. @realDonaldTrump will be the next president. It is done! You too are looking good @pulte. A bit serious though, relax and put on a good smile," another wrote.
"Loved watching him play. Don’t think anyone has caught my attention since he’s played," one commented.
"Remember, Gretzky learned most of what he knows about politics from Peter Pocklington. There are a whole lot of similarities between Donald Trump and Peter Pocklington," another wrote.
The reactions shows how celebrity actions can fuel discussion among fans.