US EditionSusan Sarandon praises Spain’s stance on Gaza
Susan Sarandon highlighted Spain's public support for Gaza and criticized U.S. repression after her career suffered following calls for a ceasefire, she said in Barcelona.
- On Feb. 27, veteran Hollywood star Susan Sarandon praised the Spanish government's support for Gaza in Barcelona ahead of receiving an International Goya award.
- Following a pro-Palestine rally, Sarandon said she was fired by her agency and unable to take roles in the United States.
- She found representation in England and Italy and now works on small independent films and plays, with an Italian director recently hiring her despite warnings not to.
- Sánchez responded on X, thanking Sarandon for her support, which she said helps U.S. activists feel less alone, and Sánchez called her statement 'so important.'
- Spain's 2024 recognition of a Palestinian state and Sánchez's outspoken rhetoric, including calling the conflict `genocide`, add international weight to Sarandon's praise.
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American actress Susan Sarandon was quite emotional as she spoke at a press conference ahead of the Goya Awards in Barcelona, where she thanked Spain for what she called "moral clarity" on the Gaza issue. The Oscar winner praised the Spanish government and cultural figures, saying their stance on the conflict had made supporters abroad feel "less alone." "Museums, food, music, industry, actors. I think Spain is doing an incredible job. I know th…
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