Actress and recording artist Alexus Bria joins us to share her thoughts on the growing controversy around Hollywood tariffs and their impact on creatives—especially rising stars and independent voices.

Known for her breakout single Ye Ye Ye Yeah and powerful roles alongside Kevin Hart and Taraji P. Henson, Alexus brings a unique perspective on how these industry shifts are reshaping opportunities in music, film, and Black entertainment.

On May 4, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on all films produced outside the United States, citing the need to protect the domestic film industry from foreign competition and incentives. He described the current state of the American movie industry as “dying a very fast death” and labeled foreign film incentives as a “national security threat” and “propaganda” as reported by Reuters.

PROPOSED TARIFFS

He proposed tariffs have raised concerns among international film industries. Australian director Robert Connolly warned that such measures could extend to other creative sectors, including music and video games, potentially harming global cultural exchange. In the United Kingdom, while President Trump assured that British films, such as the James Bond series, would not be affected, the broader implications for the UK’s film sector remain uncertain. Latest news & breaking headlines

The announcement followed a meeting between President Trump and actor Jon Voight, a known supporter and one of Trump’s “special ambassadors” to Hollywood. The meeting reportedly influenced the decision to pursue the tariffs.