As ICE activity continues to spark fear and anger in cities across the United States, public figures across film, music, and television are using their platforms to speak out. What began as a quiet symbol on a red carpet has grown into a visible, ongoing protest that stretches from award shows to social media timelines. Actors, musicians, directors, and comedians are calling attention to the deaths of Liam Ramos, Alex Pretti, Renee Good, and Keith Porter Jr., while urging accountability and public awareness.

The message has been consistent and direct. Silence is no longer an option, and visibility matters.

Red Carpets Turn Political

The now-recognizable “ICE OUT” pin made its first major appearance at the Golden Globe Awards. The symbol quickly carried over to other high-profile events, including the Sundance Film Festival and the Resonator Awards. These appearances signaled collective alignment with communities affected by ICE operations and a refusal to separate art from real-world harm.

Several celebrities also used interviews to underline why public moments still matter during national unrest.

Musicians Using Their Reach

Olivia Rodrigo

Instagram | consequencedaily | Sporting a symbolic pin, Rodrigo declared ICE’s actions unconscionable while urging fans to take a stand.

Olivia Rodrigo has remained vocal across multiple platforms. At the Resonator Awards on January 28, she appeared wearing the pin and later wrote on Instagram, “ICE’s actions are unconscionable, but we are not powerless. Our actions matter. I stand with Minnesota.”

Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande wore an “ICE OUT” pin at the Golden Globes and later amplified calls for action online. One post highlighted January 30 as a nationwide day of protest against ICE operations, encouraging mass participation beyond social media.

Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish shared several posts condemning ICE, including one that described the agency as a “federally funded and supported terrorist group.” After Alex Pretti was shot, she posted a pointed message asking fellow celebrities whether they planned to speak up.

The Chicks

The Chicks shared an image of a protest sign featuring their lyric, “I’m not ready to make nice.” The caption read, “It’s happening right in front of us. They are killing Americans, disappearing human beings, and breaking up families. We cannot stand by and watch democracy disintegrate. Human decency isn’t Republican or Democrat. It’s American.”

Film and Television Figures Speak Directly

Pedro Pascal

Instagram | pedrounlimited | Actor Pedro Pascal utilizes Instagram to critique ICE and advocate for political truth.

Pedro Pascal has repeatedly criticized ICE on Instagram. In one post, he wrote, “Truth is a line of demarcation between a democratic government and an authoritarian regime.” He also referenced the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, adding that the public deserves transparency. The New York Times was tagged directly in the post.

Natalie Portman

While attending Sundance for her film “The Gallerist,” Natalie Portman addressed the issue on the red carpet. She described the brutality of ICE as impossible to ignore and highlighted the solidarity forming within communities. She noted the contrast between celebrating creative work and witnessing national pain.

Olivia Wilde

Olivia Wilde, promoting her film “The Invite,” wore an “ICE OUT” pin at Sundance and spoke candidly to Variety. She said normalization of violence is dangerous and stressed the need to delegitimize what she called a criminal organization. She also acknowledged the risks faced by protesters and described their persistence as inspiring.

Glenn Close

Glenn Close used Instagram Reels to deliver a direct critique of both ICE and Donald Trump. In a video captioned “I can’t sit on the sidelines,” she described feeling outraged by what she called cruelty, corruption, and the killing of American citizens. She warned that aggressive enforcement tactics risk fueling further violence.

Ed Norton

Ed Norton, who also stars in “The Invite,” spoke to The Hollywood Reporter at Sundance. He questioned the disconnect between promoting films and addressing what he described as an illegal force operating against citizens. He compared the situation to mass Gestapo-style violence, emphasizing the urgency of public attention.

Voices From Comedy and Daytime Television

Jenna Ortega

Instagram | jennaortega | Jenna Ortega balanced gratitude for public response with fear over institutional failures.

Jenna Ortega shared mixed emotions in an interview with Spanish-language outlet EFE. She expressed encouragement at the public response while also calling the lack of accountability frightening and deeply disappointing.

Meg Stalter

Meg Stalter framed her criticism through faith, stating on Instagram that loving neighbors is a core Christian value. She said communities are being hunted and attacked daily, and accused the government of lying while people are dying.

Whoopi Goldberg

During an appearance on "The View," Whoopi Goldberg grew visibly emotional while discussing the killing of Alex Pretti, detailing the moments before and after he was shot by federal immigration agents. She pressed hard for explanations, asking why the incident wasn’t treated as a clear case of murder and emphasizing that this tragedy followed closely on the heels of another U.S. citizen’s death in similar circumstances.

Public Pressure Meets Cultural Influence

Across the media landscape, entertainers have been outspoken. In interviews, on social platforms, and at public events, many have not only condemned the shooting but also encouraged supporters to donate or get involved in legal aid efforts. Some have publicly challenged other public figures for remaining quiet.

From red carpet backdrops to daily online dialogues, the names of Alex Pretti, Renée Good, and others have been repeated and examined, keeping them in the national conversation. That ongoing visibility has helped sustain pressure for answers and accountability in a case that remains deeply controversial.