Celebrities React to Minneapolis Unrest

After the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent, many stars have shared their thoughts on the situation.

Bruce Springsteen

• Made a surprise appearance at a benefit concert in New Jersey.
• Dedicated his song “The Promised Land” to Good.
• Criticized the actions of federal agents in Minneapolis.
• Called for ICE to leave the city and urged people to stand against injustice.

James Woods

• Tweeted his support for Stephen Miller.
• Criticized Governor Tim Walz.
• Questioned the protests, suggesting they were a “funded insurrection.”

Billie Eilish

• Took to Instagram to condemn ICE, calling them a “terrorist group.”
• Spoke about the issue while receiving an award in Atlanta.
• Highlighted the struggles for environmental justice amid the current climate.

Kevin Sorbo

• Tweeted about a protest at a church in St. Paul.
• Compared the situation to other potential hate crimes, sparking a debate online.

Nicki Minaj

• Engaged in a heated exchange with former CNN host Don Lemon on X.
• Criticized his coverage of the church protest.
• Called for action against those involved.

Jimmy Kimmel

• Offered his awards to President Trump in exchange for leaving Minneapolis alone.
• Made this offer during his show, highlighting the tension in the city.

Simu Liu

• Tweeted his disgust at the actions of ICE agents.
• Referenced a video showing the shooting of an unarmed woman.
• Emphasized the need for transparency.

Other Celebrities

• Cynthia Nixon, Amanda Seyfried, and Eva Longoria criticized ICE on social media shortly after the shooting.

Mark Ruffalo

• Spoke out against ICE while at the Golden Globes.
• Wore a pin supporting the people of Minneapolis.
• Expressed his fear and love for the country amid the current events.

Ellen DeGeneres

• Shared a video supporting the people of Minneapolis.
• Mentioned her stand-up special in the city.
• Expressed her pride in the peaceful protesters.

Joe Rogan

• Questioned the actions of ICE and compared them to the Gestapo.
• Discussed the situation with Sen. Rand Paul on his show.
• Highlighted the concerns of many Americans.