Jeremy Dufrene, Husband of Lana Del Rey, Denies MAGA Allegations Amid Public Scrutiny
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Jeremy Dufrene, husband of acclaimed singer Lana Del Rey, has publicly addressed persistent rumors labeling him a supporter of the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement. The comments come amid growing speculation fueled by social media and fan discussions regarding his political views.
Dufrene, a Louisiana swamp boat captain, first crossed paths with Del Rey in 2019 during one of his boat tours. The couple’s relationship became public in August 2024 when they were seen holding hands at a festival, followed by their marriage a month later. Del Rey has spoken warmly about her husband, describing him as “the most impactful person” in her life in a 2025 interview with W magazine. She shared intimate details of their time together, including what they call “parking-lot time,” moments spent reading or talking in quiet parking lots, an unusual but cherished pastime for the pair.
Despite the couple’s relatively private life, speculation about Dufrene’s political leanings has circulated online. Some fans pointed to an unverified Facebook account believed to belong to Dufrene, which allegedly contained a 2022 post favoring former President Donald Trump over Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden. However, BuzzFeed, which first reported on the controversy, was unable to verify these posts after reviewing the account featuring photos of Dufrene and his boat tours.
On February 10, during Ralph Lauren’s fall 2026 runway show in New York City, Dufrene and Del Rey were filmed sitting in the front row. A viewer’s comment referring to him as Lana’s “MAGA husband” prompted Dufrene to respond directly on social media, stating, “No MAGA supporter here.” In a separate exchange, when a fan criticized Del Rey by associating her with “cults and racism,” Dufrene fired back, calling the commenter “sad and miserable or jealous.”
Del Rey herself has faced accusations of racism in the past. In 2020, she was criticized for remarks contrasting her music with that of several prominent women of color, including Doja Cat, Ariana Grande, Camila Cabello, Cardi B, Kehlani, Nicki Minaj, and Beyoncé. She defended herself by emphasizing her admiration for these artists and rejecting claims of racism. The controversy highlighted the complex intersection of race, culture, and artistic expression in the public eye.
While Del Rey’s current political affiliations remain unclear, she has publicly condemned figures who supported Trump in the past. In 2018, she criticized rapper Kanye West, known as Ye, for his endorsement of the former president, calling it “a loss for the culture” and condemning Trump’s history of misogynistic remarks. Her stance underscored a nuanced position that resists simple political categorization.
The couple’s recent statements come at a time when public figures and their families often face intense scrutiny over political beliefs, amplified by social media’s rapid spread of information and misinformation. As Dufrene and Del Rey continue to navigate their public and private lives, their responses reflect a desire to clarify misunderstandings and protect their personal integrity.
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