Rod Stewart Backs Nigel Farage, Urges Voters Ahead of Glastonbury

Rod Stewart, the 80-year-old British rock legend, has publicly endorsed Nigel Farage and his right-wing party, Reform UK, urging voters to give Farage a chance amid rising support for the party in polls. Stewart criticized Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Brexit policies, particularly the fishing rights deal for Scotland, which he says has made Starmer unpopular. Despite his extreme wealth, Stewart insists he is not out of touch with ordinary voters and expressed personal familiarity with Farage's family, including liking his brother. He acknowledged frustration with the Conservative Party and doubts about Starmer's ability to reverse Brexit. Stewart's support contrasts with his previous criticism of Farage in 2024 when Farage blamed the West for provoking Russia's invasion of Ukraine; Stewart has been a vocal supporter of Ukraine throughout the conflict, even housing Ukrainian refugees. Stewart's remarks come just before his performance in the prestigious Legends Slot at Glastonbury Festival, marking his return to the event after decades.