The 2025 Emmys wrapped up with a variety of surprises among the winners, such as Owen Cooper taking home the award for his role in Adolescence, becoming the youngest actor to ever win it. But beyond the trophies, the night also featured serious moments and political statements, particularly from those actors who voiced their support for Palestine.
It is well known that the ongoing violence between Palestine and Israel has left thousands of innocent people dead, prompting calls for a ceasefire. Among those raising their voices were actors who used the Emmy spotlight to share their stance and criticize the situation in Gaza.
Emmys 2025 Actors vs. Violence in Palestine
The first to speak out was Spanish actor Javier Bardem, who showed his support for the pro-Palestinian cause not only with his words but also through his attire, wearing a keffiyeh (traditional scarf). He made his message clear before the cameras:
“We must denounce the urgency of this—the genocide by Israel in Gaza. The International Schoolchildren Association has declared what is happening in Gaza as genocide, and that is why we must call for a commercial and diplomatic boycott of Israel,” Bardem said as he walked the 2025 Emmys red carpet.
During the photo session, Bardem also raised his fist in a gesture of struggle and resistance for the people of Palestine.
Meanwhile, Hannah Einbinder, who won the Emmy for Best Supporting Actress for Hacks, also spoke out against the violence in Gaza. However, her message was censored on television—though it quickly surfaced on social media.
“Let’s go Birds, f** ICE, and freedom for Palestine!”* shouted Hannah before leaving the stage. The “ICE” she referred to is the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, which enforces immigration laws and is currently focused on detentions and deportations.
@varietymagazine Hannah Einbinder says “Go Birds, F— ICE and Free Palestine” after winning an #Emmy for #Hacks
Regarding her statement on Palestine, Hannah clarified: “As a Jewish woman, I have the obligation to distinguish Jewish people from the State of Israel. Our religion and our culture are such important and ancient institutions that they are completely independent from this kind of ethno-nationalist state.”
