Gay Actors Who Have Publicly Condemned ICE

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Many well-known actors and celebrities in Hollywood have been speaking out against the practices of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). They often connect their support for LGBTQ+ rights with the larger issue of how immigrants are treated at the border. Using platforms like social media, participating in protests, and working with activist organizations, these figures have protested detention centers and the separation of families. Their actions demonstrate a dedication to human rights and a desire for major changes to America’s immigration laws.

Billy Porter

Billy Porter, known for his role in ‘Pose,’ has often spoken out against U.S. immigration policies and the work of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He uses social media to draw attention to the conditions in detention centers and has publicly called for ICE to be abolished. Porter consistently champions the human rights of migrants, connecting their challenges to wider issues of social justice. He also supports groups that offer legal help to people affected by ICE enforcement.

George Takei

George Takei, famous for playing Sulu in ‘Star Trek,’ is a strong voice against ICE’s detention policies. Having spent part of his childhood in a Japanese American internment camp during World War II, he often points to similarities between those camps and today’s detention centers. Through social media and public appearances, Takei advocates for closing these facilities and stopping families from being separated, believing that the way ICE treats immigrants shows we haven’t learned from the past.

Javier Muñoz

Javier Muñoz, known for his role in the Broadway hit ‘Hamilton’, has often protested the policies of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He’s spoken out against the agency’s practice of separating families and its treatment of children at the border. Muñoz has also partnered with advocacy groups to highlight the legal difficulties faced by people held by ICE, participating in marches and using his celebrity to push for changes to the immigration system.

Wilson Cruz

Wilson Cruz, the actor from shows like ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ and ‘My So-Called Life’, has been a vocal critic of increased ICE activity. He’s used his public voice to draw attention to the dangers LGBTQ+ immigrants face while in ICE custody. Cruz works with groups like GLAAD to push for better protection of immigrant rights and to stop harsh enforcement practices. He often shares articles and petitions that call for changes to the U.S. immigration system.

BD Wong

BD Wong, known for his role in ‘Mr. Robot,’ is a vocal advocate for immigration reform. He’s publicly supported efforts to reduce funding for or even eliminate ICE, and uses his social media to highlight problems within the U.S. immigration system. Wong often focuses on the human side of immigration, speaking out about the conditions faced by those detained and the rights of people seeking asylum. He’s been a consistent supporter of movements like “Families Belong Together” and groups working against ICE policies.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson

I’m a big supporter of Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and I really admire his work speaking out on immigration. He’s been using his platform to challenge ICE and fight against their policies, especially the heartbreaking practice of separating families at the border. He joined the ‘Families Belong Together’ campaign, and I’ve seen him constantly sharing important info about immigrants’ rights and ways to help, like donating to funds that help get people out of detention. It’s clear he believes, like I do, that we need a much kinder and more humane way to handle immigration.

Matt Bomer

Actor Matt Bomer, famous for shows like ‘White Collar’ and ‘The Boys in the Band’, has publicly supported several efforts to change ICE’s detention policies. He’s particularly vocal about the poor conditions faced by migrant children and the harm caused by family separations. Bomer uses his influence to highlight the work of groups providing aid to people at the border, a commitment that reflects his long-standing dedication to human rights and social justice.

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2026-01-28 05:44