In the heart of Hollywood, where silence often on cries of Palestinian under siege by the Israeli forces, renowned actor Susan Sarandon is defying the norm.
The Oscar-winning actress has consistently raised her voice against Israel’s policies and advocated for the liberation of Palestine, even in the face of backlash from Western media and Hollywood.
Amidst the ongoing conflict that has claimed over 23,843 lives in Gaza over the last 100 days, Sarandon took to her Instagram to share a poignant call for attention.
The post featured a carousel of images, including a video clip from a protest rally in Washington supporting Palestine. The video showcased a sea of protesters brandishing Palestinian flags and wearing keffiyehs, an indigenous scarf symbolizing resistance.
Accompanying the post was an image of Sarandon standing alongside Cornel West, a renowned philosopher, critic, and recent third-party candidate for the 2024 US presidential election. The caption of the post underlined Sarandon’s unequivocal support for Palestine and her commitment to bearing witness to the ongoing atrocities.
“Standing with the hundreds of thousands of people for Palestine in Washington, DC today,” Sarandon wrote, reinforcing her stance on the need for a ceasefire and the liberation of Palestine. The actor highlighted the stark reality of the mounting death toll, particularly emphasizing the devastating impact on children. Sarandon urged a collective responsibility, stating,
We must bear witness until Palestine is free. More than 23,357 were killed, and at least 10,000 of those were children. Ceasefire now.
This is not the first time Sarandon has used her platform to draw attention to the plight of Palestinians. In a post from the previous year, the actor emphasized the universality of caring about Gaza’s situation. “You don’t have to be Palestinian to care about what’s happening in Gaza. I stand with Palestine. No one is free until everyone is free,” she declared.
As the conflict rages on, Susan Sarandon’s vocal and persistent advocacy for Palestine stands out in an industry where geopolitical statements are often measured and cautious. Despite the potential consequences, Sarandon remains resolute, using her influence to shed light on Israel’s war crimes against Palestine.
