Brett Gelman, known for his role in “Stranger Things,” recently made headlines for speaking out against pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses, calling them rooted in hate. In an interview with TMZ, Gelman condemned the actions of protesters at Columbia University and other institutions, specifically mentioning an incident where a Jewish UCLA student was blocked from entering campus by pro-Gaza supporters.
Gelman emphasized the importance of freedom of speech but also stressed that hate speech, violence, and discriminatory actions should not be tolerated and those responsible should be held accountable. He noted that if similar actions were taken against other marginalized groups, swift action would be taken to address the issue.
The actor highlighted the lack of recognition for Jewish pain and drew parallels between current events and historical injustices faced by the Jewish community. Gelman expressed concern over what he perceived as a coordinated effort by protesters wearing masks, comparing it to past discrimination against Jewish students in 1930s Germany.
Gelman’s outspoken stance on the matter stems from a recent incident at UCLA where a Jewish student was denied entry to campus by pro-Hamas supporters. The student later called out the activists who blocked him from accessing the university building while proudly voicing his message against their actions.
In response to the incident and other instances of antisemitism, Gelman has been vocal in criticizing Hollywood for its alleged antisemitism and for overlooking the discrimination faced by Jews. He has also accused bookstores of canceling his appearances due to his outspoken support for Israel.
Overall, Gelman’s comments have sparked a conversation about discrimination, hate speech, and the importance of recognizing and addressing the pain faced by marginalized communities.
