Gal Gadot, Mayim Bialik, Gwyneth Paltrow and Michael Rapaport were among those in Hollywood reacting to Israel's release of hostages on Sunday.
Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher were the first three hostages to be released from Gaza on Sunday morning. The military announced their arrival in Israel hours after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
"Doron, Romi and Emily at home," Gadot wrote on social media. "Three families have been reunited. There is still hope for the remaining 94 hostages."
Bialik also joined in the celebration on Instagram. "We won't give up until they all come home."
Rappaport re-shared several reports of the hostage return on his social media, then said in an Instagram Story: "How about f*ck Gaza? F*ck Gaza. F*ck Gaza. F*ck Gaza. Gaza, wasted 77 years. Fuck Gaza, let yourself be occupied by terrorists. Fuck Gaza. He didn't say anything and didn't point out where the hostages were. Fuck Gaza. How about Gaza, fucking Gaza?
Gwyneth Paltrow shared news of the hostage's return, writing on social media: "Let the healing begin."
The historic arrangement, which began earlier this week, is intended to halt fighting in the Gaza Strip and allow for the phased release of Israeli hostages held in the area.
Ceasefire negotiations held in Qatar. Under the agreement, Israeli hostages held by Hamas will be released in stages, and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in Israel will also be released.
The deal also allows Palestinians displaced by the conflict in Gaza to return home and allows much-needed humanitarian and medical aid to enter a territory torn apart by 15 months of ruthless war. 22 short films Start from ground zeroPalestine's submission for the Oscar for Best International Feature Film is an anthology showcasing 22 short films by filmmakers documenting life in Gaza.
The ceasefire, which came into effect on Sunday, aims to end the Israel-Gaza war and Israel's attacks on Gaza, which were triggered by the mass killings and abductions of Israelis by Hamas militants on October 7, 2023.
Protests and debate surrounding the conflict have rocked film festivals around the world. Joaquin Phoenix, Cate Blanchett, Susan Sarandon, Nicola Coughlan and reservation dog As the conflict in Gaza unfolds, actor Dallas Goldtooth is among those calling for a permanent ceasefire.
Gadot, Bialik, Deborah Messing, David Mamet, Gene Simmons, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne and Scooter Braun among other Hollywood stars during the conflict in Gaza Expressing support for Israel, their advocacy is often made online or as part of publicly signed letters.
Rapaport, a key supporter of Israel during the Gaza conflict, was one of the first Hollywood stars to react after the ceasefire was officially announced. He urged the return of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, posting on release.