US EditionCanadians react after Wayne Gretzky photographed golfing with President Trump
Canadian critics say Gretzky's golf outing with Trump harms his image as a national icon amid political tensions, sparking debate on his judgment and loyalty.
- On November 30, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump posted a social-media photo showing Wayne Gretzky, Brooks Koepka and Bret Baier golfing together, drawing immediate attention on social media platforms.
- As a Canadian icon, Wayne Gretzky's choices matter because Canadian commentators say who the Great One stands beside is political.
- Some fans reacted by saying they would find a `new hero`, and Canadian fans questioned Gretzky's judgment and whether he asked Trump to reconsider.
- The backlash centered on Gretzky's reputation as a national figure, as Canadian critics said they cannot reconcile his support for Trump, affecting his public image as a Canadian hero.
- Despite the backlash, Wayne Gretzky insists he is not political, a claim posted on social media posts dated December 1, 2025, after the photo posted by President Trump circulated.
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