How do you feel about Hannah Einbinder’s Emmy speech?
Hannah Einbinder Wins First Emmy—and Sparks Reaction with “F--- ICE†Speech
Hannah Einbinder took home her first Emmy at the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, recognized for her role as Ava Daniels in HBO's *Hacks*. But it was her politically charged acceptance speech that lit up social media. Concluding with “Go Birds, f--- ICE, and free Palestine,†Einbinder’s message was partly censored during the live CBS/Paramount broadcast, but uncensored on streaming versions. Her words sparked both celebration and backlash, depending on political leanings. Wearing an Artists4Ceasefire pin, she stood alongside other artists calling for peace and immigration reform. This moment has thrust her into the cultural spotlight, with fans praising her boldness and critics questioning the use of the Emmy stage for activism.
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- Loved it — brave and honest
- Mixed feelings
- Disapproved — wrong time/place
- Didn't hear it / No opinion