Boy George's stand: Non-Jewish celebrities speaking up for Israel makes a difference – editorial

An editorial from The Jerusalem Post highlights the significance of non-Jewish celebrities speaking out in support of Israel, particularly in the wake of the October 7 massacre. The article praises Boy George, frontman of Culture Club, for releasing a song on X/Twitter that challenges anti-Israel narratives, with lyrics such as, "You say genocide, I say war / When you're attacked, that's what the army's for." The piece also notes NBA player Kyle Kuzma's criticism of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for his anti-Israel remarks. The editorial argues that while celebrity opinions shouldn't typically matter, their platforms amplify messages, and non-Jewish voices like Boy George's are crucial in countering misinformation and reminding Israelis they are not alone. It also questions the silence of many Jewish celebrities on the issue.