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Helen Mirren speaks out about being called ‘evil Zionist’ on the street in London

Helen Mirren speaks out about being called ‘evil Zionist’ on the street in London

Summary

Helen Mirren spoke about being verbally attacked on the street in London because of her support for Israel. She expressed her continued belief in Israel’s right to exist but also criticized actions taken by Israel in Gaza and supported protests against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Key Facts

  • Helen Mirren was called an “evil Zionist bitch” by a man in London while walking with her husband.
  • The incident happened last year and was recorded by an unknown person.
  • Mirren supports Israel’s existence but condemns human rights violations she associates with Israeli actions in Gaza.
  • She grew up understanding the significance of the Holocaust and the creation of Israel after World War II.
  • Mirren has expressed concern about “evil forces” rising globally, including in Israel.
  • The Metropolitan Police knew about the abuse incident but took no further action after talking with Mirren and her husband.
  • Mirren has acted as Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir and has publicly supported Israel in events like Eurovision.
  • She also voiced support for protests against Israel’s current prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.
  • Separately, Mirren showed strong support for actor Tom Hardy after reports about his departure from their shared TV project.
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