Protest in Gaza outside Oscar ceremony hall
Support for Palestine at the Oscars: Hollywood Stars Call for Ceasefire
In a show of solidarity with Palestine, demonstrators gathered outside the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, USA, ahead of the award ceremony. Carrying Palestinian flags and shouting slogans like “Free Palestine” and “Immediate ceasefire in Gaza,” they demanded an end to the violence in the region.
The demonstration caused a traffic standstill near the ceremony venue, prompting the police to implement security measures in the area. Despite the disruptions, the protesters’ message was clear and visible to all.
Meanwhile, inside the ceremony hall, several Hollywood stars, including Ramy Youssef, Mark Ruffalo, and Billie Eilish, sported red brooches symbolizing the call for a ceasefire in Gaza. As part of the “Artists4Ceasefire” platform, these actors posed on the Red Carpet, sending a message of peace and solidarity through their attire.
Famous actor Ramy Youssef took the opportunity to speak to Variety magazine about the importance of a ceasefire in Gaza. He emphasized the need for immediate and lasting peace, stating, “Stop killing children. Let’s not be part of this war.”
Youssef expressed hope for a ceasefire, noting the gradual progress towards peace by the US administration. He referenced Vice President Kamala Harris’ call for a ceasefire, questioning why action couldn’t be taken now. Many actors joined in the symbolic gesture of wearing red brooches to support the ceasefire in Gaza at the Oscars event.
Overall, the support for Palestine at the Oscars highlighted the urgency of bringing an end to the violence and establishing lasting peace in the region. Hollywood stars used their platforms to advocate for a ceasefire, sending a powerful message that echoed beyond the walls of the ceremony hall.
