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Susan Sarandon Dropped by UTA After Anti-Semitic Comments at Pro-Palestine Rally
Susan Sarandon, the Oscar-winning actress, has lost her talent agency, United Talent Agency (UTA), after making controversial remarks at a pro-Palestinian rally in New York City. The comments were seen as anti-Semitic and sparked a backlash.
Sarandon, who is known for her progressive views and activism, claimed that fearful American Jews had a “taste of how it feels to be Muslim in America” at the rally. These statements angered many people, who accused her of being insensitive and hateful.
UTA confirmed that they had parted ways with Sarandon as a client, but did not give any further details. The decision comes after Sarandon spoke at several pro-Palestine rallies, expressing her support for the Palestinian cause and criticizing the Israeli government.
Sarandon has not yet responded to the criticism or the decision by UTA. It is unclear how this will affect her career, which includes roles in films such as Thelma & Louise, Dead Man Walking, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
The incident highlights the ongoing debate about the line between freedom of speech and hate speech, especially in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It also raises questions about the role of talent agencies in managing their clients’ public…