Susan Sarandon, Melissa Barrera Dropped by Agencies Over Israel-Hamas Comments

Public figures rally in support of Sarandon, sparking further controversy amid ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.

Susan Sarandon and Melissa Barrera have been dropped by their respective Hollywood agencies following their comments about the Israel-Hamas war.
Sarandon's comments at a pro-Palestinian rally, suggesting Jews are experiencing what it feels like to be a Muslim in the U.S., sparked backlash and accusations of antisemitism.
Public figures including Cornel West, Lee Camp, and Nina Turner have expressed support for Sarandon, leading to further controversy.
Asra Nomani, a Muslim American author, criticized Sarandon's remarks, arguing that Muslims in America enjoy more freedoms than in any Muslim country.
The Israel-Hamas conflict, which began with a surprise attack by Hamas on October 7, has resulted in over 1,200 deaths in Israel and over 12,700 in Gaza.