Adam Brody Calls Gaza Situation 'Genocide,' Suggests Hollywood Shifted Politically
The actor believes a more conservative sentiment has emerged in Hollywood during former President Trump's tenure, contrasting with increased activism during his first term.
Adam Brody, star of the Netflix romantic comedy "Nobody Wants This," has publicly stated his belief that Israel is committing "genocide" in Gaza. In an interview with GQ Magazine, Brody, who plays a rabbi on the show, expressed his views on the ongoing conflict while also discussing the shifting political landscape in Hollywood.
Brody, who has previously engaged in volunteer work for the progressive organization Swing Left, described the situation in Gaza as "awful" and expressed hope for a future administration that could alter current policies. "Put me down as thinking it's a genocide," Brody told GQ. "Put me down as wanting a free Palestine."
He suggested that while celebrity activism against Israel has become more vocal, the overall political sentiment in Hollywood has subtly changed. Brody contrasted the current period with the aftermath of former President Donald Trump's first election, which he characterized as a catalyst for widespread progressive activism and a period when it felt "safe to step out against him."
"The first time Trump was elected, it was inconceivable. It woke everyone," Brody said. "There was so much activism. People were running for office that had never ran before. It was so awful to watch him defile our government, our country, our reputation, and really pit people against each other."
He posited that during Trump's second potential term, the political climate in Hollywood may have become more complex. "The second time, the presidency was more powerful. Corporations were lining up behind him like they hadn't before. People had to risk more to get in front of it. It just felt like the mood wasn't there," Brody explained. He also suggested that Hollywood has become "outspokenly" more conservative during Trump's time in office, attributing this to factors such as "groupthink, your own well-being, your own money and success."
Christian Toto, founder of "Hollywood in Toto," offered a different perspective, suggesting that while activism may have been temporarily muted after the 2024 election, it is now returning to its previous volume. Toto argued that expressing "hard-Left views" is currently a "pro-career move" for actors in Hollywood, contradicting Brody's notion that Hollywood has become more conservative or that expressing such views carries significant risk.