The comedian Eric Andre recently posted an Instagram video expressing his anger over the Israel-Hamas war. He described himself as a “self-loving Jew” and called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. In the video, he urged people to donate to organizations like Campus Bail Funds and the United Nations Relief and Works Agency, which provide aid to Palestinian refugees. Andre listed his demands, including ending the siege on Gaza, impeaching Netanyahu, and promoting safety for both Jewish and Palestinian people. He criticized the bombing of hospitals, universities, and children in the name of Jewish safety, and ended with the statement “Free Gucci, man. Free Boosie. Free Gaza.” Despite celebrities calling for a ceasefire, some, like actor Michael Rapaport, have highlighted the dangers of Hamas using the ceasefire to re-arm and resume attacks on Israel. Rapaport, who supports Israel’s right to exist, criticized Andre for not mentioning the hostages held by Hamas. The actor has also expressed reluctance to vote for Joe Biden and left the option of voting for Donald Trump on the table.
