jurassic park alum Sam Neill recently showed his support for Jacinda Ardern following her resignation as Prime Minister of New Zealand.
On Thursday, Jacinda stunned everyone when she announced she was stepping down from her post mainly because she “doesn’t have enough left in the tank to do her job justice”.
After the news broke, Sam took to Instagram and posted a photo of Jacinda, saying he “don’t blame her for quitting.”
In the legend, the Event horizon The actor wrote: “Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern resigned today. I’m not surprised and I don’t blame her.
The Kiwi star continued: “The treatment she has received in recent months, the appalling pile of left, right, aggrieved, whiners, crackpots, know-it-alls, misogynists, etc. .was both shameful and embarrassing.
Calling Jacinda a great leader, Sam said: “I think she’s been a great leader in the toughest times. She deserved better.
“And we will get what we deserve – inferior leadership,” he remarked.
At the end, Sam added: “I personally will miss her. And thank her. And wish her a much happier future.
The post received mixed reactions from the actor’s fans and followers.
One commented: “New Zealand defeat. As Americans can attest, it is difficult to find good leaders with integrity. I hope his successor is worthy of the post.
However, another user hit back and said: “Lots of non New Zealand residents have commented on how much they love it. Sorry but try to live here, it’s a day of celebration for kiwis.
It is pertinent to mention that Jacinda’s resignation will take effect on January 22 or February 7, depending on the process of electing her replacement.