Bette Midler is celebrating her newfound freedom after selling her Tesla.
“What a wonderful day!” the iconic singer shared on Instagram and Bluesky. “I sold my (gulp) Tesla!”
Despite her reputation as an environmental advocate, Midler expressed relief in parting ways with the electric car, labeling Tesla as “a symbol of racism, greed, and ignorance” due to its association with CEO Elon Musk.
Musk’s significant influence in U.S. politics and his far-right messaging have made Tesla a target for protests since January 20. He reportedly invested nearly $3 billion to help President Donald Trump and his allies regain power, while also supporting cuts to federal programs and government jobs.