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Hollywood’s prominent advocates for a free Palestine have come under fire for their muted or critical responses to the recent ceasefire agreement brokered by former President Donald Trump between Israel and Hamas. This newfound scrutiny arises following more than two years of ongoing conflict, sparked by deadly Hamas attacks on Israel.
On October 8, Trump announced a significant breakthrough in diplomacy, revealing that Israel and Hamas had reached an agreement. In this initial phase of the peace proposal, Hamas committed to releasing 20 remaining hostages held in the Gaza Strip. In return, Israel would free approximately 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, a number that includes around 250 convicted terrorists.
Trump characterized this new ceasefire as a landmark achievement during his address to the Knesset, Israel’s parliament. He expressed hope that this marked a turning point toward lasting peace in the region.
However, reactions from Hollywood have varied dramatically. Celebrities who have consistently advocated for a ceasefire throughout the conflict, including members of advocacy groups like Artists4Ceasefire and Film Workers for Palestine, have surprisingly maintained a low profile or issued critical remarks about the peace agreement. Few have acknowledged the role Trump played in facilitating this détente.
Actor Michael Rapaport was among the first to notice this disparity. He vocally criticized several celebrities who he claimed had become
