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Outraged Friends Star David Schwimmer Slams Hollywood’s Silence on Anti-Semitism

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As a connoisseur of all things lifestyle-related, I must express my support for David Schwimmer‘s recent stance on the matter of Hollywood celebrities remaining silent in the face of antisemitism. It’s disheartening to see such a significant platform go unused when the opportunity arises to combat prejudice and promote understanding. We should all be advocates for love, respect, and unity in our diverse world.

58-year-old Schwimmer, famously known for playing Ross Geller on the cherished sitcom, made an appeal at the Anti-Defamation League’s Never is Now conference in New York City on Tuesday, urging his ‘role models’ to openly denounce racist harassment.

The actor pointed out that certain stars he mentioned built their careers by embracing their Jewish background or portraying Jewish characters in films.

The discussion occurred a few weeks after Schwimmer requested that Elon Musk prohibit Kanye West from X due to his recent anti-Semitic remarks and self-identifying as ‘a Nazi.’ In simpler terms, the talk took place following Schwimmer’s call for Musk to stop West from using X because of his hateful speech against Jews and referring to himself as a Nazi.

Schwimmer stated: ‘Many individuals I admire greatly, even some of my role models in entertainment, music, and sports, have opted to remain discreet and abstain from participation, including some whose success was built upon embracing their Jewish heritage, and others who gained recognition for portraying Jewish characters on screen.’

A few are quietly working hard, secretly and in their unique style, while others remain silent and haven’t made any public statements about it.

‘And if I can say something directly to them: I really wish you would.’

I really hope you’ll find the courage to stand up and speak out. Your words carry significant weight for those who admire you, for your fellow community members who look up to you, and for others who could benefit from your support during these challenging times.

‘You don’t need to find a solution for the Middle East crisis. What I’m asking is that you express your support for your Jewish acquaintances, co-workers, and neighbors in their fight against prejudice. The way things are unfolding on our campuses, schools, and towards Jewish businesses is completely unjustifiable.’

Gal Gadot was additionally recognized at the event, accepting the Anti-Defamation League’s International Leadership Award.

In her heartfelt speech lasting twelve minutes, Gadot, aged 39, frequently expressed her honor as a member of the eighth generation of Jewish Israelis. During this time, she also passionately appealed for the liberation of the many hostages who are still being held in Gaza.

In every instance when a hostage is freed, we listen to harrowing accounts of their ordeals. Each moment for them feels like an eternity in hell. Their safety is at risk, and it’s crucial that they return safely, Gal stated, receiving thunderous approval.

It’s time for all of us to acknowledge the surge of anti-Semitic sentiments globally. We have reached our limit; we won’t tolerate anti-Semitism any longer. We will challenge it, expose it, but we will never allow it to overpower or define us because our love is more powerful than their hatred.

Later on, Gadot penned down that this instance calls for people standing up against anti-Semitism, choosing not to remain quiet.

On October 7th, I received a powerful reminder, yet it also underscored our indomitable spirit and unshakable unity, as expressed in my recent Instagram post.

Let’s persist in learning, telling our experiences, and fighting prejudice – for love’s power will always triumph.

On Monday, Gadot refuted baseless rumors circulating in a popular post that she had withdrawn as presenter for the Best Documentary Oscar, an honor which ultimately went to Palestinian director Yuval Abraham’s film “No Other Land.

A representative for the actress formerly known as Wonder Woman clarified to DailyMail.com that the speculations were entirely false, stating that she had been scheduled to co-present the award for best visual effects at the Oscars on Sunday with her Snow White counterpart, Rachel Zegler, all along.

Gal portrays the Evil Queen in Disney’s Snow White, which hits US/UK theaters March 21.

Last month Schwimmer – who has been among the most outspoken Jewish celebrities 

 

 took to social media to urge the Tesla CEO to ‘stop giving West a megaphone’ on the platform. 

As a devoted fan, I recently shared screenshots from the now-suspended account of an actor, showcasing the rapper’s recent outbursts that were previously posted on the platform once known as Twitter.

He started off by saying, “This feels very much like 2022.” He went on to express that it’s impossible to prevent a prejudiced extremist from spreading hate-filled and uninformed rhetoric… but we do have the power to deny him a platform, Mr. Musk.

On platform X, Kanye West boasts a following of 32.7 million – a figure that is double the worldwide Jewish population.

Schwimmer continued, ‘His sick hate speech results in REAL LIFE violence against Jews.’ 

It’s hard for me to decide which is more troubling: him identifying as a Nazi, meaning he supports the elimination of all marginalized groups, even those he belongs to himself.

Either because people aren’t expressing enough outrage yet, he hasn’t been removed or banned from all social media platforms. Not speaking up is essentially agreeing with what’s happening.

A day after the incident with his offensive rant, West’s account was temporarily disabled. However, it has now been restored.

In April 2022, Musk initiated the process of acquiring Twitter, and it was finalized by October of the same year.

The SpaceX founder has been vocal about censorship and an advocate for free speech. 

According to Schwimmer, the status of their account on X has been temporarily halted, but the precise timing of this suspension remains unclear.

Last month, known as Ye (West), made a post on X platform, identifying himself as a supporter of Nazism and requesting President Donald Trump to grant clemency to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs.

As a lifestyle authority, I must express my dismay at a recent incident involving a music artist. This individual stirred up controversy by seemingly mocking an event where Cassie was assaulted by Diddy, a figure who is presently incarcerated while awaiting trial on accusations of sex trafficking.

Kanye West has more recently expressed on social media that he exerts control or authority over his wife, Bianca Censori, and has praised her controversial Grammy outfit as the “greatest look ever.

2022 saw West initially facing allegations of anti-Semitic behavior following a string of offensive comments. Later on, he expressed regret for any pain caused and clarified that he did not aim to offend or belittle the Jewish community with his words.

In a somewhat disjointed reversal on Thursday, Kanye West posted a sequence of tweets about topic X, expressing that he won’t rely on or collaborate with Jewish individuals in the future, and asserting that he has no intention of offering an apology for his opinions.

In a prolonged outburst on Twitter, Kanye West boldly stated: “I identify as a Nazi,” followed by: “I admire Hitler now, isn’t that something?

In a different context, the rapper, who’s been facing challenges, has commented on allegations that his spouse Bianca Censori has been subjected to controlling behavior, stating instead that he exercises authority or control over her.

Kanye, during a series of offensive remarks aimed at various minority groups, subsequently declared, “Even if I lose everything tonight, it’s worth it to me – I can die after this.” He also claimed that he was in a sober state while posting these messages online.

Kanye West, in backing imprisoned rapper Diddy, further solidified his stance by declaring that he wouldn’t engage in conversation with anyone who opposes him, and he hurled derogatory remarks towards individuals who backed Kamala Harris using disrespectful language toward the LGBTQ+ community.

Additionally, Kanye expressed criticism towards the choice to feature plus-sized women in fashion shows, labeling it as a “woke” move.

Later on, he launched a hateful rant against Jews, following his previous statement suggesting that the Jewish community dictates the storyline.

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He subsequently spewed a malicious, anti-Semitic tirade, having stated beforehand that the Jewish community sets the course of events.

Instead of directly apologizing for his 2023 statement, he expressed on Twitter: “I will never apologize for my Jewish comments. I can say whatever I want forever. Where’s my apology for freezing my accounts? Suck my dick. How’s that for an apology.

He made unwarranted allegations, stating that the Jewish community is involved in terminating pregnancies of African American children.

I want to make it clear that I no longer tolerate any disrespect from individuals who identify as Jewish. Regardless, this is my personal opinion and I have the right to express it in a free country. I strongly object to the practice of using stem cells derived from aborted fetuses, which I view as a form of murder. It’s concerning that this practice seems to disproportionately affect Black and Latino communities.”

This version attempts to maintain the original sentiment but does so in a way that is less offensive and more inclusive.

Instead of saying, “Calling on anyone who works for him but disagrees with his views to ‘quit'”, you could rephrase it as: “He urged anyone who worked for him and held differing opinions to resign.”

And instead of, “he wouldn’t work with any Jewish people again”, a more natural way to put it would be: “He stated that he would not collaborate with any Jewish individuals in the future.

He maintained that he was composed when making these statements, as shown in his tweet: “Nobody got riled up; I’m as cool as ice – this is how I truly feel, how I felt then, and how I will always feel. To all your unfair business deals, go to hell.

In a more respectful and neutral manner, you might say: ‘I have a Jewish business associate who should be aware that I personally have some reservations about dealing with people of the Jewish faith. This statement is made soberly, without any influence from alcohol or other substances.’

Earlier today, I couldn’t help but pour out my feelings in a passionate rant, aimed directly at none other than the legendary rapper Diddy, who finds himself behind bars at the infamous Metropolitan Detention Center. He’s been there since his arrest last year on some pretty heavy charges, including sex trafficking, racketeering, and prostitution.

Diddy strongly refutes all accusations and charges leveled against him. On several occasions, he’s been unable to secure bail.

In a tweet that appeared to have no connection, he once again echoed the startling assertions he made back in 2018, stating: ‘Slavery is a matter of personal decision.’

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I find myself once again standing up for Diddy. Let me clarify: they’re attempting to make a point, and you all are aware that this is the truth – and yet, here we are, giggling at the Internet memes on Instagram. This man has dedicated his life to us; he’s my idol, my hero.

In the current week, West’s actions fueled more outrage as he seemingly ridiculed Cassie regarding the assault allegedly committed by the disgraced rapper Diddy, in a string of posts shared on platform X.

Next to a screenshot of the security footage showing Combs apparently attacking Cassie inside a hotel, West wrote, ‘A real man’s love for a woman might sometimes show up as anger. I can understand both perspectives.’

Beneath the identical image, he additionally wrote, ‘It takes genuine love to reach a stage where you’re prepared to put everything at stake.’

Later on, he posed a hypothetical scenario: “Suppose someone physically harms their partner in public, would that be classified as domestic violence, outdoor violence, or merely public misconduct…? I’m merely seeking clarification on behalf of another person.

In one of his recent strange statements, Kanye asserted that Instagram had banned him once more, yet when his post went live, his Instagram account appeared to be functioning as usual.

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2025-03-08 01:41

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