Here are the US celebrities condemning ICE’s operations and recent killings

The deaths of Renée Good, a mother of three, and Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse, have triggered nationwide outrage, criticism and scrutiny of ICE operations under President Donald Trump.  

Celebrities have now begun using their platforms to demand accountability, urge political action and warn that aggressive enforcement tactics are undermining democratic norms.

Here are some of the celebrities who have condemned the actions;

Katy Perry urges Americans to pressure lawmakers

Singer Katy Perry called on her followers to contact US senators and oppose further funding for ICE. Her message came as demonstrations spread across Minnesota, with activists demanding transparency over the killings.

Pedro Pascal calls the killings a threat to democracy

“The Last of Us” actor Pedro Pascal was among the most vocal critics. He shared drawings of the victims online alongside the phrase: “Pretti Good reason for a national strike.” Pascal wrote that truth is the dividing line between democracy and authoritarianism, saying Americans deserve to know what happened.

Olivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo also posted on her Instagram Stories, writing, “ICE’s actions are unconscionable but we are not powerless. Our actions matter. I stand with Minnesota.”

Jamie Lee Curtis and Edward Norton

Actress Jamie Lee Curtis reposted the same image, while actor Edward Norton also called for a broader public response.

Billie Eilish challenges celebrity silence

Singer Billie Eilish described Pretti as “a real American hero” and urged other public figures to speak out. “Hey my fellow celebrities u gonna speak up? or,” she posted, calling attention to what she sees as widespread silence.

Other celebrities who have condemned ICE’s actions or shared messages of protest include:

Ariana Grande, Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, Natalie Portman, Florence Pugh, Mark Ruffalo, Zoey Deutch, who wore an “ICE OUT” pin.

NBA players’ union: “We can no longer remain silent 

The National Basketball Players Association issued a statement saying athletes must stand with protesters demanding justice. “Now more than ever, we must defend the right to freedom of speech,” the union said. The American Immigration Council reports a 75% rise in detentions, with a record 73,000 people held nationwide as of mid-January.