Kid Rock Reconciles with Bud Light After Viral Protest
Following a public backlash and a significant boycott, Kid Rock has befriended Anheuser-Busch CEO and moved past his initial protest.
- Kid Rock described his protest against Bud Light's partnership with trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney as 'having fun' and 'throwing a tantrum with a machine gun' during an appearance on 'The Joe Rogan Experience
- Despite the initial backlash, Kid Rock has since become friends with Anheuser-Busch CEO Brendan Whitworth, bonding over shared interests and even partying together.
- Kid Rock's protest was in response to Bud Light making Dylan Mulvaney a brand spokesperson, which led to a significant boycott and nearly 30% revenue loss for the brand.
- The musician has moved past his grudge against Bud Light, acknowledging Anheuser-Busch's charitable contributions and employment of many Americans.
- Kid Rock and Joe Rogan celebrated their discussion by cracking open Bud Lights on the podcast, marking a public reconciliation with the brand.