Jose Vargas
Key Points:
- Over 700 Hollywood figures, including Gal Gadot, Jerry Seinfeld, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Chris Pine, sign an open letter in support of Israel.
- The letter, spearheaded by the nonprofit Creative Community For Peace, condemns Hamas for their recent attack on Israel.
- Celebrities urge the entertainment community not to spread misinformation about the ongoing conflict.
- Death toll from the recent attacks surpasses 2,700 victims on both sides.
- Gal Gadot and Haim Saban express their heartfelt pain and support for Israel in separate statements.
Los Angeles – The Hollywood community, renowned for its influential voice in global matters, has once again come together to stand with Israel in these trying times. Over 700 notable figures have come forth, signing an open letter condemning the attacks by the Palestinian terrorist group, Hamas.
The initiative, led by the nonprofit Creative Community For Peace, saw an outpouring of support from acclaimed actors, producers, musicians, and executives. The list of signees is both lengthy and impressive, including names like Michael Douglas, Amy Schumer, Mayim Bialik, Mark Hamill, George Lopez, and many more.
Israeli actress Gal Gadot, known for her portrayal of Wonder Woman, shared her personal anguish, stating, “My heart is aching for the lives lost and families shattered. I’m praying for everyone affected by Hamas’ terrorism and brutality.” She further expressed hope that global support for the Israeli people remains unwavering.
Media mogul Haim Saban echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the unity of the Hollywood community in standing with Israel, particularly after the “barbaric killing of more than 1,200 Israelis.”
The Open Letter:
Detailing the horrors Israelis have faced due to Hamas’ terror activities, the open letter pulls no punches. It recounts the infiltration of Hamas terrorists into Israeli cities, the indiscriminate firing of rockets, and the ghastly murders of innocent individuals. Among the heinous acts, the terrorist organization also targeted the Supernova Music Festival, turning an event of joy and unity into a scene of devastation.
The letter explicitly states: “This is terrorism. This is evil.”, emphasizing that there is no justification for such barbaric acts.
Furthermore, the Creative Community For Peace urges the entertainment industry’s bigwigs to voice their condemnation against Hamas and play their part in ensuring the safe return of innocent hostages. The letter also warns of a potential misinformation campaign, urging the global community to rely on verified information and not fall prey to propaganda.
The Hollywood community’s hope, as expressed in the letter, is for a future where Israelis and Palestinians coexist in harmony and peace.
As the world watches the events unfold, this strong show of solidarity from Hollywood serves as a testament to the power of collective voices against violence and terror. The hope remains that peace will prevail and that both nations will find a path to coexistence.
