Susan Sarandon and Hacks star Hannah Einbinder were reportedly detained outside UN Headquarters in New York City on Thursday, September 24, during a protest against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s appearance at the UN General Assembly. Social media footage appeared to show both actresses being led away in handcuffs, and SNL cast member Sarah Sherman was reportedly in attendance at the rally as well.
Neither star is new to this fight. Einbinder used her 2025 Emmys platform to call for justice for Palestinians, while Sarandon has said publicly that her advocacy has cost her acting roles. Their presence at the protest puts them at the center of a debate that’s been building all year: how far should Hollywood go when it comes to political causes?
The demonstration comes against a heavy backdrop. A UN report from June stated that 20,000 children have been killed and over 44,000 injured in the region since October 7, 2023. Netanyahu also drew backlash after taunting delegations who walked out during his speech. With photos of the detentions spreading fast online, this story is only getting bigger. So tell us: does seeing celebrities get detained change how you view their activism?
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