Camilla Jessen
The Golden Globes are often more than a celebration of film and television. For decades, the ceremony has doubled as a stage for political messages.
The 83rd Golden Globes took place just days after the killing of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old woman shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis.
Video of the incident circulated widely online, prompting backlash and renewed scrutiny of ICE operations.
The Trump administration has defended the officer involved, while critics have condemned the shooting as unjustified.
Against that backdrop, several celebrities used the red carpet to make a quiet but pointed statement.
Meaning behind the pins
Viewers may have noticed pins worn by some attendees bearing phrases such as “ICE out” and “Be Good.”
According to reports from U.S. entertainment media, the pins were intended to express solidarity with Renee Good and criticism of ICE practices. The messages were deliberately understated.
The American Civil Liberties Union has endorsed the pins, and the effort was reportedly organized by a group of entertainment industry professionals.
Who wore them
Actors including Mark Ruffalo and comedian Wanda Sykes were among those seen wearing the pins during the ceremony in Beverly Hills.
Photos from the red carpet showed the accessories clearly visible on lapels and gowns, quickly circulating on social media.
The campaign’s organizers later released a statement explaining the intent behind the gesture.
“[The campaign] is reminding us what it means to be good to one another in the face of such horror – to be a good citizen, neighbor, friend, ally and human,” the statement said.
“Everyday, everywhere, regular people are being good: keeping kids safe when they walk to school, filming fathers who are being disappeared from their workplaces, donating to fundraisers to support organizations who are keeping us safe.”
Sources: American Civil Liberties Union, Newsner
