Melissa Barrera Faces Industry Backlash for UNRWA Fundraiser Amid Gaza Conflict

The actress's social media advocacy for Palestine has led to heated debates within her talent agency and management company, with discussions on potentially terminating her contracts.

Melissa Barrera, known for her roles in 'In the Heights' and 'Scream', faced potential firing from her agency and management company after promoting a UNRWA fundraiser for Palestine on Instagram.
The controversy arises amid allegations of UNRWA staff involvement in Hamas attacks, leading several countries, including the U.S., to freeze funding to the agency.
Barrera's posts, which aimed to raise funds for 'martyrs in Gaza and the West Bank', have raised over $60,000 despite the backlash.
Previously fired from 'Scream VII' for pro-Palestine posts, Barrera's recent actions have reignited discussions on her representation by WME and Sugar23.
The actress's advocacy has significantly increased her social media following, doubling her Instagram followers to 1.5 million.