Susan Sarandon says still losing roles over Gaza stance
US actress Susan Sarandon said Sunday she was still having roles “taken away” from her in Hollywood because of her...
US actress Susan Sarandon claimed at the Venice Film Festival on Sunday that she continues to lose roles in Hollywood due to her vocal opposition to Israel's war in Gaza. The Thelma & Louise star was dismissed by her agency, UTA, in November 2023 following controversial remarks at a pro-Palestinian rally that she subsequently apologized for.
At the Venice event, Sarandon asserted that the public's understanding of the situation had evolved, but certain individuals within the industry, particularly those with Zionist views, remained unreceptive to her. She noted that while she has found support from her family and peers, the power dynamics in Hollywood continue to impact her career.
Sarandon, known for her pro-Palestinian advocacy alongside figures like Mark Ruffalo, Richard Gere, and Joaquin Phoenix, has witnessed Israel's Gaza war resulting in approximately 73,500 Palestinians being killed and 174,500 injured since October 2023.
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