February 22, 2026
Hugh Laurie responds to criticism: "I am not a Zionist"
תמונה: ויקיפדיה
The British actor Hugh Laurie starred in the Israeli series "Tehran".
After the death of the series producer, Dana Eden, he published a eulogy.
He wrote that Eden was a brilliant woman and an exceptional leader.
After the publication, online users attacked him.
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Some of them even expressed joy over Eden's death. In response, Laurie clarified that he did not intend to write anything political. He added: "I have done nothing to suggest that I am a Zionist." He said he would block anyone who rejoices over the death of his friend.
The remarks sparked a debate online. Some supported him, and others criticized him. Among the critics were also Jewish cultural figures. They opposed his public distancing from the term "Zionism."