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Wayne Gretzky Faces Backlash in Canada Over Trump Support

The hockey legend remains silent as his wife and Bobby Orr defend his Canadian pride following criticism tied to his ties with U.S. President Donald Trump.

(Left) President Donald Trump applauds after Howard Lutnick was sworn in as U.S. Commerce Secretary in the Oval Office at the White House on February 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Right) Wayne Gretzky arrives for the inauguration ceremony before Trump is sworn in as the 47th President in the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025.
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FILE - Donald Trump shakes hands with former NHL star Wayne Gretzky before leaving The Barclays at Plainfield Country Club in Edison, N.J.
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Overview

  • Wayne Gretzky has faced significant criticism in Canada for his association with U.S. President Donald Trump, including attending Trump's inauguration and election night party.
  • Gretzky's wife, Janet Gretzky, took to Instagram to defend her husband, expressing that the backlash has 'broken his heart' and thanking Bobby Orr for his public support.
  • Bobby Orr penned an op-ed urging Canadians to respect Gretzky's personal beliefs and called him 'one of the greatest Canadians ever.'
  • The controversy is fueled by political tensions between Canada and the U.S., including Trump's comments about Canada becoming the '51st state' and imposing tariffs.
  • Some Canadian fans have started a petition to rename Edmonton's Wayne Gretzky Drive, which has garnered over 10,000 signatures.