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Susan Sarandon Claims Hollywood Blacklist Over Pro-Palestinian Stance

3/2/2026

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Susan Sarandon, the actress, said at a Barcelona press conference that Hollywood allegedly blacklisted her for pro-Palestinian comments amid the Israel-Gaza conflict.
She said she was dropped by her talent agency for advocating a ceasefire and cannot find U.S. work.
Sarandon expressed gratitude for support in Spain and described perceived repression in the United States.
She has largely worked in Europe, and foreign directors were advised against hiring her.

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Susan Sarandon, the actress, said at a Barcelona press conference that Hollywood allegedly blacklisted her for pro-Palestinian comments amid the Israel-Gaza conflict.
She said she was dropped by her talent agency for advocating a ceasefire and cannot find U.S. work.
Sarandon expressed gratitude for support in Spain and described perceived repression in the United States.
She has largely worked in Europe, and foreign directors were advised against hiring her.