Ruffalo and stars quietly protest ICE at Golden Globes after Renee Good shooting

Hollywood Stars Use Red Carpet for Political Protests at 83rd Golden Globe Awards

At the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, several Hollywood stars used the red carpet as a platform to voice their political opinions and highlight important social issues. The event, held on Sunday evening, saw numerous celebrities wearing black-and-white lapel pins with slogans such as "Be Good" and "ICE Out." These pins were a tribute to two individuals who lost their lives due to actions by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers.

Mark Ruffalo, Wanda Sykes, Natasha Lyonne, and Jean Smart were among the celebrities seen sporting these accessories as they arrived at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. The demonstration was a way to honor Renée Macklin Good, a 37-year-old mother of a six-year-old child who was fatally shot by ICE agent Jonathan Ross during an operation in Minneapolis on January 7.

The pins also served as a memorial for Keith Porter, a Los Angeles resident who was killed by an off-duty ICE officer on New Year’s Eve. This act of remembrance is part of the #BeGood campaign, which has received support from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and is organized by professionals in the entertainment industry. Additional backing comes from advocacy organizations such as Maremoto, Move On, National Domestic Workers Alliance, and Working Families Power.

Campaign organizers explained that the pins are meant to remind people of the importance of being good to one another in the face of such tragedies. They emphasized the need to be good citizens, neighbors, friends, allies, and humans.

The ACLU noted that 2025 was one of the deadliest years for the agency in two decades. The organization also pointed out the current administration’s $100 million recruitment drive aimed at expanding enforcement capacity as a reason for launching the campaign. Approximately 1,000 events took place across the United States over the weekend as part of the ICE Out For Good movement.

Wanda Sykes spoke about her reasons for participating in the protest, stating, "We need to speak up and shut this rogue government down." She expressed her concerns about what is happening to people in the country.

Mark Ruffalo, who was nominated for Best Actor in a Drama for his HBO series Task, was equally vocal in his criticism. He said, "This is for Renee Nicole Good, who was murdered," and went on to condemn President Donald Trump directly. He criticized the illegal invasion of Venezuela and the disregard for international law.

Jean Smart, a nominee for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical for Hacks, reflected on the difficulty of celebrating entertainment achievements during such turbulent times. She described the current situation as "very concerning."

Smart acknowledged that some viewers might find it frustrating when performers voice political opinions. However, she emphasized that she was speaking not as a performer but as an ordinary citizen. "I’m here speaking as a human being and a mum," she explained.

She expressed hope that people can keep their heads as the country faces challenges. "I think that’s actually going to be the hardest thing," she added.

The Trump administration has defended the ICE agent following the incident. Vice President JD Vance has criticized the mainstream media for its reporting on the incident. According to the administration, Mr. Ross acted in "self-defence," and an inquiry led by the FBI is ongoing.