Renée Rapp calls for immediate Gaza ceasefire at GLAAD Media Awards
nme.comRenée Rapp has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during the GLAAD Media Awards.The singer, songwriter and Mean Girls star made the comments during last night’s ceremony (March 14), at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles.When on stage receiving the award for Outstanding Music Artist, Rapp used her acceptance speech to share her thoughts on the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and speak out in support of those in Gaza.“We’re in a room of very influential people, very privileged people, which is exciting and also a huge privilege to be a part of that,” she began. “Having said that, I’d like to take the opportunity to show support and call for an immediate ceasefire and permanent ceasefire in Gaza.”Her comments were met with applause, and towards the end of the speech she urged the attendees to stand up in support of all sectors of society that face oppression. “Continue to advocate for yourselves, continue to advocate for your friends, your queer friends and for those who can’t advocate for themselves,” she added.Since its inception back in 1990, the GLAAD Media Awards honour media for fair, accurate and inclusive representations of queer people and issues.
The 2024 edition was hosted by Wayne Brady and saw famous faces including Sydney Sweeney, Billie Joe Armstrong, Jason Sudeikis, G Flip and Kate Hudson in attendance.For those in the states, footage of the show will be broadcast on Hulu from March 29..
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