Pro-Palestinian celebrities

Macklemore sets 'Free Palestine' tour after being dumped from Ed Sheeran shows

The Grammy-winning rapper had been due to perform at eight additional Sheeran shows when he was removed last month from the tour following remarks at a show in New Jersey.

FILE PHOTO: Singer Macklemore performs on ABC's "Good Morning America" show in New York City, US, July 22, 2022.
 Matthew Lillard of "Scream" talks to fans at a Behind the Screams panel at the 2026 Fan Expo at Colorado Convention Center on May 28, 2026 in Denver, Colorado.

Matthew Lillard expresses shame at appearing in Scream 7 after actress fired for anti-Israel posts

Cast member Susan Sarandon poses on the red carpet during a photocall for the movie "The Echo Chamber" in competition, at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival in Venice, Italy, September 6, 2026. REUTERS/Yves Herman

Anti-Zionist actor Susan Sarandon claims she's losing roles over support for Palestine

Hasan Piker attends a press conference during Web Summit Qatar 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center in Doha, Qatar, Feb. 3, 2026.

The man behind the curtain: How Hasan Piker became a political kingmaker - opinion


Massive Attack band members detained in Singapore after unfurling Palestinian flag at concert

Several members had their hotel rooms searched and passports temporarily confiscated, according to the band.

Robert Del Naja and Grant Marshall from Massive Attack stand with a Palestinian flag onstage at the end of their performance in Singapore, July 29, 2026.

Javier Bardem speaks out for Palestine at the Oscars, while Iranian dissidents were ignored

Sporting a pro-Palestine button, Bardem was the only presenter to reference the war in Gaza, which ended in October, a contrast to previous years in which the war was widely mentioned.

Javier Bardem wears a pin which reads: "Palestine" on the red carpet during the Oscars arrivals at the 98th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, US, March 15, 2026.

Berlin Film Festival director's future in spotlight after Gaza furore

Commissioner for Culture and Media, Wolfram Weimer, was reportedly planning to sack festival director Tricia Tuttle.

Berlin Festival Director Tricia Tuttle attends a press conference for the movie 'No Good Men' at the 76th Berlinale International Film Festival in Berlin, Germany, February 12, 2026.

Deni Avdija’s all-star moment: A political dtatement in disguise - opinion

In today’s Western cultural institutions, Israeli visibility rarely exists in neutral space.

Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets and Team USA Stripes shoots against Deni Avdija #8 of the Toronto Raptors and Team World during the 75th NBA All-Star Game at Intuit Dome on February 15, 2026 in Inglewood, California.

Italian rapper Ghali’s planned Winter Olympics set draws backlash over his Gaza advocacy

This year, nine Israelis will compete, including the national bobsled team for the first time.

Ghali performs for Dystinct at Fabrique on Nov. 3, 2025 in Milan, Italy.

Resignations hit Canadian gallery after rejecting Nan Goldin acquisition over antisemitism claims

Goldin, who is widely acclaimed for her documentary-style photography of marginalized communities, has faced controversy in recent years over her outspoken pro-Palestinian activism.

Nan Goldin attends the Bailey House's 2023 Art House benefit honoring Nan Goldin at Bowery Hotel Terrace on June 14, 2023 in New York City.

Mamdani’s mayoral bid signals a new era in American politics - opinion

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old newcomer with no major political experience, is set to become New York's mayor, igniting a political shift with his populist agenda and pro-Palestinian stance.

Democratic candidate for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani smiles as he speaks to the media during a campaign event in the Bronx borough of New York City, U.S., October 29, 2025

IDF tank entry, aerial assaults reported in N. Gaza, Hostage families protest outside PM residence

'Additional confrontations with Iran are inevitable,' Defense Ministry D-G Baram says • Netanyahu informed Trump before Israel bombed Qatar • Netanyahu says Qatar leading isolation efforts

File photo: Israeli forces operate at night.

Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral race: A political strategy or genuine commitment? - opinion

If that means temporarily compromising one’s beliefs, then so be it. Because you can’t play the game if you’re on the outside. Winning is everything, and sometimes that may mean going undercover.

 NYC democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani against backdrop of pro-Palestinian protesters. (illustration)

Israel, UK officials slam BBC over 'Death to IDF' chant at Glastonbury Festival

British rapper Bob Vylan took to the stage and repeated the chant during his set, while voicing support for Kneecap.

 Revellers with Palestinian and other flags gather as Kneecap performs at Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, Britain, June 28, 2025.