LOS ANGLES: The 2024 Oscars unfolded with a potent mix of glamor and advocacy as dignitaries donned the red Artists4Ceasefire badge on the red carpet and used their influence to call for a permanent and immediate end to Israel’s ongoing war in Gaza.
According to acclaimed fashion blog Diet Prada on Instagram, among the high-profile figures to grace the pin were Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas, both of whom were nominated for Best Original Song for their contribution to the Barbie soundtrack. Dressed in head-to-toe Chanel, the siblings made a bold statement as they accessorized with a red pin.
Egyptian-American actor Ramy Youssef, star of the acclaimed series Ramy and a Best Actor nominee, joined the cause, expressing solidarity with the Artists4Ceasefire initiative during a red carpet interview with Variety. Clad in the customary Zegna thobe, he emphasized the urgency of a lasting ceasefire in Gaza, matching his attire with his dedication to the cause. “Many of us wear artists for the ceasefire,” declared Ramy Youssef. “We call for an immediate permanent ceasefire in Gaza.”
Eugene Lee Yang, prominent Try Guys member and contributor to Best Animated Feature nominated Nimona, graced the red carpet in a stunning custom red Walter Mendez gown adorned with an Artists4Ceasefire pin. The combination of Yang’s fashion statement and advocacy sent a powerful message to a global audience.
Elegantly decked out in black feathers and a striking red dress, Aboriginal actor and model Quannah Chasinghorse also joined the ranks of Artists4Ceasefire supporters by proudly displaying the pin on his garment. Her choice to use the Oscars as a platform to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza during the evening reflected the collective mood of many. Apart from that, Riz Ahmed was seen sporting a ankle boot.
Acclaimed filmmaker and Best Director nominee Ava Duvernay graced the red carpet in a custom baby blue Louis Vuitton dress, accessorized with an Artists4Ceasefire pin. Duvernay’s fashion statement added weight to a growing chorus of voices advocating peace in the region. Swann Arlaud and Milo Machado-Graner, part of the team behind Best Picture nominee Anatomy of a Fall, incorporated the Palestinian flag into their tuxedos along with an Artists4Ceasefire badge. This subtle but impressive addition to their clothing spoke of their solidarity with those affected by the conflict.
Mark Ruffalo, a vocal supporter of the Gaza ceasefire and the Palestinian cause, has continued his streak of wearing an Artists4Ceasefire pin at every awards show this season. The star, nominated for best supporting actor, once again used the Oscars as a platform to highlight the urgent need for peace in the region.
With the 2024 Academy Awards, the red carpet has turned into a canvas for activism, with these influential figures using their visibility to call for change and amplify the urgency of a Gaza ceasefire. Artists4Ceasefire pins have become not only accessories, but also symbols of a shared commitment to a world free of conflict and suffering.
