Comedian Jerry Seinfeld made headlines for his show of solidarity with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) during a New York Mets game. A fan asked Seinfeld to send a message to his brother watching the game from the Gaza border, to which Seinfeld responded by saying “Let’s go IDF” and raising his fist in support. The interaction was captured on video and shared on social media, drawing attention to Seinfeld’s stance on the ongoing conflict between the IDF and Hamas and Hezbollah.
Seinfeld, who is Jewish, has been vocal about his support for Israel and the Jewish people in the face of rising antisemitism and attacks by Hamas. Following a violent attack by Hamas terrorists in Israel in 2023, Seinfeld declared his unwavering support for Israel and visited the country to witness the aftermath of the attack. He also confronted anti-Israel hecklers at his comedy shows, both in the United States and abroad, and stood up against colleagues who hesitated to condemn Hamas’ attacks on Israel.
As the Mets advanced to the National League Championship Series, Seinfeld’s focus has been on supporting his favorite team. However, his message of solidarity with the IDF at the game has sparked conversation and garnered attention on social media. The video of Seinfeld’s interaction with the fan quickly went viral, with many praising his show of support for the IDF and Israel in the midst of ongoing conflict.
Seinfeld’s gesture of solidarity with the IDF comes at a time when tensions between Israel and Hamas and Hezbollah are high, with both groups engaged in violent clashes. The IDF has been responding to attacks from Hamas and Hezbollah, with rockets being fired into Israel from Lebanon and other regions. Seinfeld’s public support for the IDF and Israel has been seen as a bold move, especially in the entertainment industry where criticism of Israel is often met with backlash.
The video of Seinfeld’s message to the fan’s brother watching the game from the Gaza border has been widely shared on social media, sparking a conversation about his stance on Israel and the ongoing conflict in the region. Seinfeld’s declaration of support for Israel and the Jewish people has garnered both praise and criticism, with some commending his bold stance and others questioning his involvement in political issues. As Seinfeld continues to support the Mets in their postseason run, his message of solidarity with the IDF remains a topic of discussion and debate among fans and followers.
