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Stars spotlight Gaza ceasefire at Oscars 2024 with red pins

Some artists used their influence to call for a permanent end to the ongoing war perpetrated by Israel in Gaza

Entertainment Desk March 11, 2024

The 2024 Oscars unfolded with a powerful blend of glamour and advocacy as notable personalities donned the red Artists4Ceasefire pin on the red carpet, using their influence to call for a permanent and immediate end to the ongoing war perpetrated by Israel in Gaza.

As per the revered fashion blog Diet Prada on Instagram, among the high-profile figures sporting the pin were Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas, both nominated for Best Original Song for their contribution to the Barbie soundtrack. The siblings, clad in head-to-toe Chanel, made a bold statement by accessorising with the red pin.

Joining the cause, Egyptian-American actor Ramy Youssef, star of the acclaimed series Ramy and a nominee for Best Actor, expressed solidarity with the Artists4Ceasefire initiative during a red-carpet interview with Variety. Dressed in a custom Zegna thobe, he emphasised the urgency of a lasting ceasefire in Gaza, aligning his attire with his commitment to the cause. “A bunch of us are wearing artists for ceasefire pins,” Ramy Youssef stated. “We’re calling for an immediate, permanent ceasefire in Gaza.”

Eugene Lee Yang, a prominent member of the Try Guys and contributor to the nominated film Nimona for Best Animated Feature, graced the red carpet in a stunning custom Walter Mendez red gown, adorned with the Artists4Ceasefire pin. The combination of Yang's fashion statement and advocacy sent a powerful message to the global audience.

Indigenous actor and model Quannah Chasinghorse, elegantly adorned in black feathers and a striking red gown, also joined the ranks of Artists4Ceasefire supporters by proudly displaying the pin on her attire. Her choice to use the Oscars as a platform to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza echoed the collective sentiment of many during the evening. Additionally, Riz Ahmed was seen sporting the pin.

Ava Duvernay, celebrated filmmaker and nominee for Best Director, graced the red carpet in a baby blue custom Louis Vuitton gown, complemented by the Artists4Ceasefire pin. Duvernay's fashion statement added weight to the growing chorus of voices advocating for peace in the region. Swann Arlaud and Milo Machado-Graner, part of the team behind Anatomy of a Fall, nominated for Best Picture, incorporated the Palestinian flag on their tuxedos along with the Artists4Ceasefire pin. This subtle yet impactful addition to their attire spoke volumes about their solidarity with those affected by the conflict.

Mark Ruffalo, a vocal advocate for a Gaza ceasefire and the Palestinian cause, continued his streak of wearing the Artists4Ceasefire pin at every award show this season. The star, nominated for Best Supporting Actor, once again used the Oscars as a platform to draw attention to the pressing need for peace in the region.

As the 2024 Oscars unfolded, the red carpet transformed into a canvas for activism, with these influential figures leveraging their visibility to call for change and amplify the urgency of a ceasefire in Gaza. The Artists4Ceasefire pins became not just accessories but symbols of a shared commitment to a world free from conflict and suffering.