Reneé Rapp Calls for “Immediate” and “Permanent Cease-Fire” in Gaza at GLAAD Media Awards
Reneé Rapp made her thoughts on the conflict in Gaza clear Thursday night at the GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles. “We’re in a room of very influential people, very privileged people, which is exciting and also a huge privilege to be a part of that,” Rapp said during a speech to accept her award from the LGBTQ+ advocacy organization for outstanding music artist. “Having said that, I’d like to take the opportunity to show support and call for an immediate cease-fire and permanent cease-fire in Gaza.” Referencing notes on her phone, Rapp—who is a musician in addition to an actor, and took a star turn in the movie musical adaptation of Mean Girls—urged the audience “to continue to advocate for yourselves, continue to advocate for your friends, for your queer friends and for those who can’t advocate for themselves.” Her firm message regarding the Israel-Hamas war was met with audience applause. The 24-year-old, whose acting credits also include TV’s The Sex Lives of College Girls, is no stranger to sharing her opinions, whether she’s …
