What Did Hannah Einbinder Do In Her Emmy Acceptance Speech?
- Hannah Einbinder won Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for “Hacks” at the 2025 Emmys.
- Her acceptance speech mixed gratitude with political activism, criticizing ICE and advocating to “Free Palestine.”
- The provocative closing line was bleeped during the live broadcast but sparked extensive discussion.
Hannah Einbinder made headlines at the 77th Emmy Awards with a politically charged acceptance speech after winning Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in “Hacks.”
Her speech, which included a sharp critique of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and a call to “Free Palestine,” was partially censored during the live broadcast due to its explicit content.
Despite this, her bold statements sparked significant attention and dialogue across the entertainment industry and social media.
Hannah Einbinder won her first Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for HBO’s “Hacks.” She began her acceptance by humorously reflecting on her prior losses: “I was just really committed to the personal narrative that I had that it was actually cooler to continue to lose. But this is cool too! This is also punk rock.”
She expressed heartfelt thanks to the show’s creators, Jen Statsky, Paul W. Downs, and Lucia Aniello, describing them as friends and family who changed her life in every way. Einbinder also praised co-star Jean Smart, calling her “like a sun, and I just get to stand in her warmth.”
Political Message That Stirred Attention“Go Birds, F*** ICE and Free Palestine”
– Hannah Einbinder during her #EMMYs speech pic.twitter.com/k8H6LdKnL6
— Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) September 15, 2025
Einbinder ended her speech with a powerful political statement, declaring, “Go Birds, f*** ICE and free Palestine,” referencing the Philadelphia Eagles (“Go Birds”) and advocating against ICE’s immigration enforcement policies and in support of Palestine.
While the explicit phrase was bleeped on the live broadcast, the political and emotional weight remained clear. She explained afterwards, “I have friends in Gaza working as frontline medical personnel … It’s a deeply personal issue for me. As a Jewish person, I feel it’s my duty to differentiate between Jews and the state of Israel.”
Impact and Consequences of the SpeechHer speech exceeded the suggested 45-second limit, which triggered a charitable donation reduction from comedian Nate Bargatze’s pledged $100,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Einbinder offered to cover the difference herself.
The speech gained widespread viewership and social media traction, with a video clip garnering over 1.6 million views and thousands of engagements.
Industry and Public ReactionsThe bold position Einbinder took resonated with many in the entertainment community, while also drawing reactions from major studios. Paramount, the parent of the Emmy broadcaster CBS, had previously condemned calls for boycotting Israeli filmmakers, reflecting the divisive nature of the topic.
Meanwhile, colleagues like her “Hacks” co-star Megan Stalter praised the importance of using one’s platform to raise awareness on critical global issues.
Why Hannah Einbinder’s Speech Matters NowHannah Einbinder’s speech blends personal conviction with public advocacy, illustrating how artists are increasingly vocal about humanitarian and political causes at major cultural events. Her call to “free Palestine” and criticism of ICE relate directly to ongoing debates about immigration enforcement and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
This moment highlights how entertainment platforms can amplify urgent social issues, even amid live broadcast constraints and possible backlash.
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Last Updated on September 15, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
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