Hannah Einbinder Emmys 2025
At the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, actor Hannah Einbinder delivered one of the most talked-about speeches of the night.
Winning Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for Hacks, she ended her remarks with: “Go Birds, f-ck ICE, and Free Palestine.“
The live broadcast censored part of her remarks, but uncensored clips quickly went viral online. Her call to “Free Palestine” divided audiences some praising her courage to stand up for humanitarian causes, others criticizing her for politicizing a celebration of art.
Backstage, Einbinder clarified her remarks, saying that as a Jewish actor, she feels a responsibility to distinguish Jewish identity from Israeli state policies.
She spoke about friends working in Gaza providing humanitarian relief, emphasizing that her words came from a place of compassion.
But her comments sparked backlash, especially from figures like Israeli activist Hen Mazzig, who argued she missed an opportunity to call for peace and condemn terror.
His response highlighted a broader divide in how Jewish communities, activists, and global audiences view the conflict.
The moment ensured that the Emmys 2025 will not only be remembered for its winners but also for its role in spotlighting urgent global issues.
Whether celebrated as activism or criticized as divisive, Einbinder’s speech amplified conversations about free speech, identity, and the responsibilities of public figures.