Bill Maher Scoffs at Mark Ruffalo & Others Wearing Political Pins at Golden Globes
TV Insider • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Bill Maher faced backlash after criticizing celebrities like Wanda Sykes and Mark Ruffalo for wearing anti-ICE pins at the Golden Globes, suggesting the awards show is for entertainment, not activism.
- Maher commented on the tragic shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent, stating the incident was terrible but implying the victims' behavior contributed, which caused confusion and controversy.
- Despite his recent remarks, Maher has previously criticized ICE, questioning their actions and the separation of families during raids, indicating a complex stance on immigration enforcement.
- Social media reactions were mixed, with many condemning Maher’s comments as arrogant and insensitive, while others defended him as a voice of reason and appreciated his perspective on the effectiveness of symbolic activism
