Why is ‘Deuce Bigalow’ rooting for Viktor Orban in Hungary?

Somdeep Sen

Why is ‘Deuce Bigalow’ rooting for Viktor Orban in Hungary?

Somdeep Sen

Research output: Other contribution › Net publication - Internet publication › Communication

Abstract

A washed-up American comedian’s endorsement offers a window into Hungary’s central role in the global far right.

Original language	English
Publication date	29 Jan 2026
Place of Publication	Doha - Qatar
Publisher	Al Jazeera English
Publication status	Published - 29 Jan 2026
Externally published	Yes

Citation Styles

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