A video emerged online in which Alec Baldwin can be seen confronting an anti-Israel protester in a coffee shop in New York City.
The protester can be heard insisting that Baldwin say “Free Palestine” while Baldwin seems to be on the phone and at the cash register. The footage captures the exchange between the two individuals.
In the video, the protester, who hosts an “anti-fascist” show called “Crackhead Barney & Friends,” continues to harass Baldwin until he gestures for her to leave the shop. She persists, urging him to say “Free Palestine” just once.
Despite her relentless pressure, Baldwin shakes his head and refuses. The protester then adds inflammatory remarks about Israel and Zionism, further escalating the situation.
The confrontation extends to Baldwin’s involvement in a criminal case in New Mexico, where he faces a charge in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of “Rust.” The protester accuses him of being a criminal and questions why he received no jail time.
During the heated exchange, a worker attempts to intervene, but the protester ignores the pleas to stop. Baldwin also appears to ask the employee to call the police.
The video ends abruptly when Baldwin smacks the protester’s phone after asking the worker for assistance. The exact timing of the incident remains unclear.
The New York Post contacted Baldwin’s lawyer for comment, but there has been no response.
This isn’t the first time Baldwin has faced confrontation from anti-Israel activists. Last December, he was bullied by a group of protesters questioning his stance on Israel. Baldwin’s response, expressing support for peace in Gaza, did not appease the protesters, resulting in further tension.
Anti-Israel protests have been ongoing in the city for the past six months following a series of events involving Hamas terrorists and Israeli military action in Gaza.
Alec Baldwin has been no stranger to controversy and media attention in recent years. From his acclaimed acting career to outspoken political views, Baldwin often finds himself at the centre of public discourse.
Despite his fame, Baldwin’s encounters with activists and critics highlight the challenges of navigating public spaces for celebrities and public figures. The incident at the coffee shop underscores the blurred lines between privacy and public engagement in today’s hyper-connected world.
As tensions continue to simmer over geopolitical issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, celebrities like Baldwin face increasing scrutiny over their personal beliefs and statements. The incident serves as a reminder of the complex intersection between fame, activism, and personal convictions today.
