Entertainment industry response to George Floyd protests
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The entertainment industry response to protests, triggered by the killing of George Floyd, has been overwhelmingly positive.[1] This has taken the form of an outpouring of support for the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement, financial donations to adjacent organization, and active participation in protests. It has also included statements from major media companies and studios.
Support from actors[edit]
- Blake Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds donated a record $200,000 to the NAACP.[2]
- Cole Sprouse attended a protest in Santa Monica, where he was arrested by police.[3][4]
- Jamie Foxx spoke at protests in both Minneapolis and San Francisco.[5][6]
- John Cusack claims to have been intimidated by police while trying to film their response to a protest, and posted the video he took in support.[7][8]
- Jake Paul participated in and recorded an Arizona protest that resulted in the looting of a local mall.[9] He was charged with criminal trespass and unlawful assembly for his alleged involvement with the looting.[10]
- Kendrick Sampson has been prominent in BLM protests, attending many and claiming to have been shot seven times with rubber bullets during one notable protest in Los Angeles.[11][12]
- Nick Cannon went to Minneapolis in order to protest alongside activists there.[13]
- Tessa Thompson attended a protest in Los Angeles, where she alleges the police begun violence.[14]
- Timothée Chalamet attended a protest in Los Angeles.[15][16]
- Richard Madden attended protests in Santa Monica accompanied by friend and fellow actor, Froy Gutierrez [17]
Support from comedians[edit]
- Chris Hardwick posted in support of BLM in the wake of protests.[18]
- Taylor Tomlinson donated more than $6,000 to charities supporting the protests.[19]
- Trevor Noah posted an eighteen-minute long video which quickly went viral, in which he explained the root causes of the protests and expressed support.[20][21]
Support from musicians[edit]
The music industry's support for the protests has been heavily noted. The music industry's proposal of a "blackout" on Tuesday, June 2 soon spread across social media and became a wider trend. Though the original intent of the blackout appears to have been to increase focus on black artists, it has since expanded into trying to extend support to black voices generally.
- Ariana Grande attended a protest in Los Angeles.[15][22]
- Beyonce spoke out in demanding justice for George Floyd and supporting protesters.[23][24]
- Brian May made multiple posts in support of the BLM protests, drawing inspiration from Nelson Mandela, and participated in Blackout Tuesday.[25][26]
- Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes attended a protest in Miami together.[27]
- Chance the Rapper spoke at a protest, and stated later that "destroying property is not violent" when claiming that police were responsible for violence at protests.[28]
- Drake donated $100,000 to National Bail Out in support of the protests.[29]
- Halsey attended a protest in Los Angeles, provided first aid care to protesters, and was struck twice by rubber bullets.[30][31]
- J. Cole attended a protest in North Carolina.[32][33]
- Jay-Z spoke to the Governor of Minnesota to weigh in on justice for George Floyd.[34]
- Kanye West donated $2,000,000 to the families of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, along with joining a protest in Chicago.[35]
- Kehlani attended a protest in Los Angeles and has donated more than $3,000 to the cause.[29]
- Lil Yachty attended a protest in Atlanta.[36]
- Machine Gun Kelly and Travis Barker attended a protest.[37]
- Matt Bellamy of Muse shared videos of peaceful protesters on Instagram,[38] followed by a post denouncing Donald Trump's planned use of the military against protesters.[39]
- Miguel shared a video of peaceful protesters on his Instagram.[40]
- Rihanna spoke out about the "blood curdling agony" of George Floyd's death, expressing support for protesters.[41][42]
- Taylor Swift spoke out against Donald Trump in the wake of protests, accusing him of stoking racism.[43][44]
- The Weeknd donated $100,000 to the Black Lives Matter Global Network in support of the BLM protests.[29]
Support from writers and directors[edit]
- J. K. Rowling expresses support for protests and for Black Lives Matter.[45]
- Jordan Peele posted in support of protests.[46]
- Kim Gruenenfelder shared friends' eyewitness accounts of police misconduct at a protest in Los Angeles, implying that the police were "the real thugs" at the protest, and participated in a week of social media blackout in recognition of Blackout Tuesday.[47][48]
- Tyler Perry has expressed support for peaceful protests, but actively condemned looting and violence.[49] He has also spoken to George Floyd's family directly, who he says want peaceful protest.[50]
- Steve McQueen dedicated two upcoming films that were selected to compete at the Cannes Film Festival before it was canceled due to COVID-19 concerns to the memory of George Floyd.[51]
Support from companies[edit]
A number of major studios and media companies have expressed support for Black Lives Matter and for the protests.[52][53] These statements have been met with mixed reactions.
- Amazon Studios issued a statement supporting Black Lives Matter.[54]
- The Walt Disney Company pledged $5 million in support of nonprofit organizations that advance social justice, including a $2 million donation to the NAACP.[55] CEO Bob Chapek and executive chairman Bob Iger released a statement to Disney employees promising "real change" in the wake of George Floyd's death.
- Cartoon Network posted a tweet in support of Black Lives Matter alongside a quote from Martin Luther King Jr.[56]
- Hulu Tweeted that they "support black lives. Today, and every day."[57]
- Lionsgate expressed support for justice for George Floyd, and for continuing efforts for diversity in their company.
- Marvel Entertainment expressed support for the black community and inclusion in a statement.[58]
- Netflix became the first major studio to issue a statement in support of Black Lives Matter in the wake of protests.[59]
- STARZ issued a statement supporting the black community, directing donations to Color of Change and the NAACP.[60]
- ViacomCBS issued a statement saying that black lives, culture, and communities matter.[61] For 8 minutes and 46 seconds they broadcast a black screen with the words "I can't breathe" on several networks including MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, and VH1.[62]
- Warner Bros. released a statement quoting Bryan Stevenson, featured in their film Just Mercy.[63]
- YouTube pledged $1,000,000 to combat social injustice in response to the protests.[64]
- Lego announced that they will cease advertising 21054 The White House and police related toys, and pledged $4 million to help Black children and to educate all children about racism.[65][66]
- The video game industry as a whole supported the protests and Black Lives Matters, with companies like Electronic Arts, 2K Games and Humble Bundle committing US$1 million in funds towards black-oriented charities and foundations, and others like Ubisoft, Square Enix, and The Pokemon Company also making similar significant financial commitments.[67][68][69]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ "A List of Every Celebrity Who Has Stepped Out To Protest The Death Of George Floyd So Far". Newsweek.
- ↑ "Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Donate $200,000 to the NAACP Amid George Floyd Protests". MSN.
- ↑ "Cole Sprouse says he was detained while protesting: 'This is ABSOLUTELY not a narrative about me'". Fox News.
- ↑ "Riverdale star Cole Sprouse arrested at George Floyd protest and calls on celebs to 'stand as an ally'". metro.co.uk.
- ↑ "Jamie Foxx Speaks at Justice Rally for George Floyd: 'All We're Trying to Do is Ask Questions'". Yahoo.
- ↑ "Jamie Foxx joins protesters at SF City Hall rally: 'The work is still there to be done'". SFGate.
- ↑ Haring, Bruce (May 31, 2020). "Actor John Cusack Allegedly Attacked By Police While Filming – Watch Video Of Incident".
- ↑ "John Cusack Says Police 'Came at Me with Batons' During George Floyd Protest in Chicago". MSN.
- ↑ https://www.theverge.com/2020/5/31/21276125/jake-paul-arizona-statement-looting-filming-instagram-twitter-protests-backlash
- ↑ https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2020/06/04/jake-paul-arrested-role-arizona-mall-looting-during-protests/3147245001/
- ↑ Leah Asmelash. "'Insecure' star Kendrick Sampson says he was shot with rubber bullets 7 times during George Floyd protest". CNN.
- ↑ "'Insecure' Actor Kendrick Sampson Hit By Rubber Bullets During George Floyd Protest". BET.com.
- ↑ Cannon, Nick (May 31, 2020). "Nick Cannon: Why I Had to Go to Minneapolis".
- ↑ "Tessa Thompson and Timothee Chalamet Among Stars To Join Anti-Racism Protests In The US". Vogue.
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 "Ariana Grande, Timothée Chalamet, and more celebrities join protests against George Floyd's death". Entertainment Weekly.
- ↑ "Tessa Thompson And Timothée Chalamet Among Stars To Join Anti-Racism Protests In The US". Vogue UK.
- ↑ World, Republic. "'Game of Thrones' star Richard Madden & Froy Gutierrez join 'Black Lives Matter' protests". Republic World. Retrieved 2020-06-04.
- ↑ Chris Hardwick (June 2, 2020). "Black Lives Matter" – via Instagram.
- ↑ Taylor Tomlinson (June 2, 2020). "Fund Racial Justice: Where to Donate" – via Instagram.
- ↑ Wilstein, Matt (May 30, 2020). "Trevor Noah: 'Police In America Are Looting Black Bodies'" – via www.thedailybeast.com.
- ↑ "George Floyd protests: Trevor Noah says 'police in America are looting Black bodies' as patrol cars burn". Media Entertainment Arts WorldWide.
- ↑ Ivie, Devon (May 31, 2020). "Ariana Grande, Halsey, and More Celebrities Spent Their Weekends Protesting". Vulture.
- ↑ "Beyoncé demands justice for George Floyd". MSN.
- ↑ "Beyonce Speaks Out About George Floyd's Death: We're Broken and Disgusted" – via www.eonline.com.
- ↑ Brian Herold May (May 30, 2020). "I'm not black, but i see you" – via Instagram.
- ↑ Brian Herold May (June 2, 2020). "Today, Tuesday 2nd June 2020, I am observing BLACK OUT TUESDAY I stand with the BLACK COMMUNITY Bri #blacklivesmatter #theshowmustbepaused" – via Instagram.
- ↑ "Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes Attend Protest in Miami Following George Floyd's Death". MSN.
- ↑ "Chance the Rapper Defends George Floyd Protestors: 'Damaging Property Is Not Violent'". Billboard.
- ↑ 29.0 29.1 29.2 "Drake, The Weeknd, Kehlani, & Other Celebs Have Donated Large Sums Of Money To Support Black Lives Matter Movement". CapitalFM.
- ↑ Kreps, Daniel (May 31, 2020). "Halsey Details Police Encounter at Los Angeles George Floyd Protest".
- ↑ "Halsey 'Hit Twice' With Rubber Bullets, Shrapnel While Protesting George Floyd's Death". MSN.
- ↑ "J. Cole Spotted Amongst Protestors in North Carolina". AllHipHop.com.
- ↑ "J. Cole attends George Floyd protest in his hometown of Fayetteville, North Carolina". WLS-TV. May 31, 2020.
- ↑ "Jay-Z Calls Minnesota's Governor To Weigh In On Justice For George Floyd". BET.com.
- ↑ "Kanye West Donates $2 Million to Families of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery". June 5, 2020.
- ↑ "Nick Cannon, Lil Yachty, J.Cole And Other Celebrities Join Protests Across The Country". BET.com.
- ↑ "Musicians Protesting George Floyd's Death". Billboard. May 31, 2020.
- ↑ https://www.instagram.com/p/CA4AfD4jYyo/
- ↑ https://www.instagram.com/p/CBB3WuajM2L/
- ↑ @miguel on Instagram - Miguel shares video of protesters
- ↑ "'Devastation, Anger, Sadness': Rihanna on Floyd". Billboard. May 30, 2020.
- ↑ Kreps, Daniel (May 30, 2020). "Rihanna Laments 'Blood Curdling Agony' of George Floyd's Death".
- ↑ Willman, Chris (May 29, 2020). "Taylor Swift Accuses Trump of 'Stoking Fires of Racism,' Vows 'We Will Vote You Out'".
- ↑ "Taylor Swift accuses Trump of 'stoking the fires of white supremacy and racism'". The Guardian. May 30, 2020.
- ↑ @jk_rowling (June 1, 2020). "I've paused on commenting on children's drawings because, like everyone, I've been watching what's happening in America. Anything I say feels inadequate. All I know is that the world has to change. Power structures have to change. White people have to change. #BlackLivesMatter" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ↑ "Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson and others join protests over death of George Floyd". MSN.
- ↑ Kim Gruenenfelder on Facebook - "My unarmed friend, peacefully protesting..."
- ↑ @kimgruenenfelder on Instagram - Kim Gruenenfelder joins #BlackoutTuesday
- ↑ "Tyler Perry Urges America To Stop Violent Protests: 'Looting Is Not The Answer'". The Hollywood Reporter.
- ↑ People - "Tyler Perry Says He Spoke To 'George Floyd's Immediate Family': They Want 'Peaceful Protest'". MSN.
- ↑ "McQueen dedicates Cannes films to George Floyd". BBC News. 2020-06-04. Retrieved 2020-06-08.
- ↑ "Media Companies Voice Support For Black Lives Matter Amid Massive Protests Over George Floyd Death". Deadline.
- ↑ "Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, HBO and Other Hollywood Players Take a Stand in Support of Black Lives Matter Amid George Floyd Protests". Yahoo!.
- ↑ @amazonprimevideo on Instagram - Official BLM Statement
- ↑ Hayes, Dade (June 3, 2020). "Disney Pledges $5M For NAACP And Other Groups Advancing Social Justice". Deadline.com. Retrieved June 4, 2020. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ @cartoonnetwork (May 31, 2020). "'Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.' - Martin Luther King, Jr. We stand with Black kids, colleagues, talent, storytellers, fans — and all affected by senseless violence. Your voices matter, your messages matter. #BlackLivesMatter" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ↑ @hulu (May 30, 2020). "We support Black lives. Today, and every day. You are seen. You are heard. And we are with you" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ↑ @Marvel (May 31, 2020). "We stand for inclusion. We stand with our fellow Black employees, storytellers, creators and the entire Black community" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ↑ @netflix (May 30, 2020). "To be silent is to be complicit. Black lives matter. We have a platform, and we have a duty to our Black members, employees, creators and talent to speak up" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ↑ @STARZ (May 30, 2020). "We cannot stand silent while our Black communities continue to suffer under the weight of violence, discrimination and injustice. Color of change and the NAACP are among the organizations taking the lead in the fight for racial justice in America. We support them in their mission and you can too. Visit colorofchange.org and naacp.org to donate and learn more" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ↑ @ViacomCBS (May 31, 2020). "BLACK LIVES MATTER. BLACK CULTURE MATTERS. BLACK COMMUNITIES MATTER. We stand in solidarity with our Black colleagues, creators, partners and audiences and condemn all acts of racism, discrimination, and senseless acts of violence" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ↑ Megan Graham (June 1, 2020). "ViacomCBS networks like MTV, Comedy Central air nearly 9 minutes of breathing to remember George Floyd". CNBC.
- ↑ @warnerbros (May 31, 2020). "'Somebody has to stand when others are sitting. Somebody has to speak when others are quiet.' – Bryan Stevenson We stand with our Black colleagues, talent, storytellers and fans – and all affected by senseless violence. Your voices matter, your messages matter. #BlackLivesMatter" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ↑ @YouTube (May 29, 2020). "We stand in solidarity against racism and violence. When members of our community hurt, we all hurt. We're pledging $1M in support of efforts to address social injustice" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ↑ "LEGO Ceased Advertising White House, Police Sets In Support of Blackout Tuesday Protests". IRL. Retrieved 2020-06-04.
- ↑ "LEGO Pulls Back Police Playset Affiliate Marketing Amid George Floyd Protests (Updated) • The Toy Book". The Toy Book. 2020-06-02. Retrieved 2020-06-04.
- ↑ Orland, Kyle (June 3, 2020). "Game companies delay events, make donations amid police brutality protests". Ars Technica. Retrieved June 5, 2020.
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