Javier Bardem has backed a petition to remove Pink as a UNICEF ambassador after she criticized Macklemore’s pro-Palestinian statements. The campaign has drawn over 150,000 signatures and sparked a heated debate online.
Javier Bardem has stepped into the latest dispute over Gaza, throwing his support behind a petition to remove Pink from her UNICEF ambassador role. The 57-year-old Spanish actor shared the Change.org petition on his Instagram stories. The campaign has already picked up more than 150,000 signatures. Several independent outlets reported that Bardem posted about the petition on September 22, the same day it saw a surge in support.
The uproar began after Macklemore, who was opening for Ed Sheeran, used his set to shout pro-Palestinian slogans, including “Palestina Libre.” After this, he was dropped from the tour. That move set off a wave of criticism and led other artists to leave the lineup in protest. AP and BBC both confirmed that Macklemore was removed from the tour after his remarks in New Jersey, where he also performed the protest song “Hind’s Hall.”
The petition to remove Pink as UNICEF ambassador was launched on September 11 and reached over 60,000 verified signatures by September 17, according to multiple reports.
Pink got involved when she reposted a message from StopAntisemitism on her social media. The post called Macklemore’s actions “horrible,” accused him of using the concert for propaganda, and said Ed Sheeran should refund ticket holders. By sharing this, Pink sided with those condemning Macklemore’s pro-Palestinian comments. Her post drew sharp backlash and helped fuel the campaign to remove her from UNICEF. Public records show the criticism started after Pink’s repost. So far, UNICEF has not made any official statement about her status or confirmed any removal.
The petition now calls for Pink to be dismissed as a UNICEF ambassador, saying her public stance clashes with the group’s values. Bardem’s move to promote the petition has given it more attention, especially since he has spoken out before about Gaza. Several independent media outlets covered Bardem’s Instagram post and how it boosted the campaign’s reach.
This is the latest in a string of public fights between artists and institutions over the war in Gaza. It follows other recent cases, like the extradition dispute involving Alejandro Hamlyn reported earlier.
Macklemore later clarified that his statements were not an attack on Jewish people, emphasizing that his message was about peace, dignity, and equality for all. This clarification was cited in several detailed reports explaining the broader context of the controversy.
What stands out here is how quickly public figures and fans have rallied online, turning a single social media post into a campaign with real consequences for Pink’s image and her ties to UNICEF. Bardem’s decision to get involved shows how the Gaza conflict is now shaping reputations and alliances in the entertainment world. When artists’ statements can spark petitions and mass online action, the line between celebrity activism and organizational accountability is shifting fast.
