Comedian Jerry Seinfeld recently brushed off a pro-Palestinian activist who attempted to engage him in a political discussion. The incident, captured on video and shared on Instagram, occurred outside Radio City Music Hall during an event commemorating the 50th anniversary of "Saturday Night Live."
The Instagram user, identifying himself as "Subway DJ" and an "Instagram Provocateur," initially requested a selfie with Seinfeld. While posing, he declared "Free Palestine." Seinfeld, after a brief pause, responded with "I don’t care about Palestine" before departing.
This wasn't the first encounter between the two. Months prior, "Subway DJ" posted another video confronting Seinfeld, urging him to "Stop supporting Israel" and accusing him of supporting genocide.
Seinfeld has become accustomed to such encounters, having addressed pro-Palestinian protesters at his comedy shows for several years. During a performance in Australia, he satirized the protesters, suggesting that heckling a comedian thousands of miles away wouldn't resolve complex geopolitical issues.
In another Australian show, Seinfeld playfully acknowledged the returning protesters, sarcastically remarking on their perceived struggles and quipping that they had inadvertently contributed financially to a Jewish person.
Seinfeld's public support for Israel has drawn criticism, particularly following the 2023 Hamas terrorist attack. Days after the tragedy, he affirmed his unwavering support for Israel and the Jewish people.
