Actresses Who Are Pro-Israel

Public statements by entertainers often carry real-world weight, and several actresses have used their platforms to voice support for Israel in concrete ways. Many have signed open letters, appeared at rallies, shared messages calling for the release of hostages, or taken part in awareness campaigns. Some have organized or promoted screenings and events that highlight the October 7 attacks. Others have served in official advocacy roles or worked with organizations focused on combating antisemitism and supporting Israeli civilians.

Gal Gadot

The Israeli star used her social channels to call for global solidarity with Israelis and the release of hostages, and she helped promote private industry screenings of ‘Bearing Witness’ in Los Angeles to document the October 7 attacks. She met families of hostages and supported efforts to keep their stories in the public eye. In 2025 she received the Genesis Prize in recognition of her advocacy tied to Israel and pledged the award to recovery causes. She has continued to speak about the impact of the war on Israeli society and on the families of those abducted.

Debra Messing

The actress addressed a large crowd at the March for Israel in Washington, D.C., where she spoke on behalf of hostage families and condemned the October 7 attacks. She later traveled to Israel as part of a delegation that met with soldiers and affected families. Messing has amplified campaigns urging the safe return of hostages and pushed entertainment peers to publicly denounce terrorism. She has also appeared at community events supporting Israeli civil society initiatives.

Amy Schumer

Schumer posted frequent updates supporting Israel after the October 7 attacks and urged attention to the hostages’ plight. She participated in industry letters that condemned terrorism and called for the captives’ release. Her social posts highlighted verified information sources and Israeli first responders. She has continued engaging with Jewish organizations focused on education and security.

Mayim Bialik

Bialik has long described herself as a Zionist and regularly speaks about Israel and Jewish identity on her platforms. Following October 7 she shared messages supporting Israelis under attack and condemned antisemitism. She has participated in community events and discussions about Jewish safety and education. Her podcast and public appearances often feature guests addressing Israel and the rise in hate incidents.

Helen Mirren

Mirren publicly affirmed Israel’s right to exist and discussed the country while promoting ‘Golda,’ in which she portrayed former prime minister Golda Meir. She traveled to Jerusalem for festival events and spoke about contemporary Israeli issues in interviews. Her comments emphasized the country’s continuity and security concerns. She has engaged with Israeli cultural institutions while acknowledging debate around the film’s casting.

Jamie Lee Curtis

Curtis posted early messages of solidarity with Israeli civilians and later reiterated calls for the protection of all children affected by the conflict. She shared materials from advocacy groups that condemned the October 7 attacks. After removing an initial post that used the wrong photo, she clarified her stance and continued to support efforts focused on victims and hostages. She has used interviews and speeches to keep attention on humanitarian needs tied to the war.

Noa Tishby

The Israeli actress served as Israel’s first Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism and the Delegitimization of Israel. She is the author of a widely read primer on Israel and frequently briefs media and entertainment figures about the conflict. After October 7 she intensified public advocacy, including speaking tours, op-eds, and social campaigns defending Israel and countering misinformation. She also works with U.S. organizations on antisemitism education and digital platform policy.

Sarah Silverman

Silverman posted extensively after October 7, sharing hostage stories and condemning antisemitic rhetoric. She left groups that she said downplayed the attacks and used her comedy platforms to discuss Jewish identity and safety. Her feed featured testimonials from Israeli victims and activists pushing for hostage releases. She has appeared at community events and fundraisers supporting Israeli civilians.

Yael Grobglas

The Israeli ‘Jane the Virgin’ actress shared messages declaring that she stands with Israel and highlighted the civilian toll of the October 7 attacks. She amplified appeals for information about missing Israelis and echoed hostage-family campaigns. Grobglas also spotlighted Israeli cultural projects and creators affected by the war. Her posts consistently urged followers to support reputable relief efforts.

Barbra Streisand

Streisand publicly called for the release of Israeli hostages and condemned terrorism while expressing concern for civilians on all sides. She used her platform to elevate women’s stories from captivity and pressed for urgent action to bring them home. Her messages encouraged donations to reputable groups assisting Israeli families. She has long been involved in Jewish and Israeli cultural philanthropy.

Emmanuelle Chriqui

Chriqui stated that she stands with Israel and signed open letters condemning the attacks and urging the safe return of hostages. She participated in campaigns countering efforts to exclude Israel from international cultural events. The actress has visited Israel and met with medical and emergency organizations to highlight their work. She continues to support projects that combat antisemitism in entertainment circles.

Julianna Margulies

Margulies publicly criticized silence around antisemitism in the industry and adopted the cause of a specific hostage to keep attention on the case. She has appeared in interviews focused on Jewish safety and on support for Israeli civilians targeted on October 7. After controversial remarks, she apologized while reaffirming advocacy against hate and in favor of hostage-family campaigns. Her outreach has included community events and media appearances supporting those affected by the attacks.

Natalie Portman

Portman urged the release of Israeli hostages and condemned the actions of Hamas. She promoted Israeli educational groups assisting children near the Gaza border. Her posts called on international organizations to uphold humanitarian obligations regarding captives. She also joined public demonstrations that addressed rising antisemitism tied to the conflict.

Joey King

King joined entertainment figures in signing a letter urging that no Israeli hostage be left behind. She posted messages mourning Israeli victims and calling attention to families awaiting news. Her statements encouraged followers to learn from credible sources about the attacks. She has used milestones and interviews to continue highlighting the need for the captives’ safe return.

Selma Blair

Blair expressed that she stands with Israel and the hostages and later apologized for an unrelated comment that drew criticism while reaffirming support for victims of the October 7 attacks. She has shared messages from advocacy groups working to secure releases and to protect Jewish communities. Blair previously signed an open call for balanced coverage and dialogue regarding Israel. Her recent updates continue to spotlight families of abductees and survivors.

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