What Are The Red Buttons For At The Oscars

As the 2024 Oscars marked the culmination of this year’s awards season, some celebrities were seen wearing a red button on the red carpet. Celebrities such as Billie Eilish, Finneas O’Connell, Ava DuVernay, Mahershala Ali, Ramy Youssef, Mark Ruffalo, and Quannah Chasinghorse were sporting a red Artists4Ceasefire pin to call for a ceasefire in Gaza and to release all of the hostages being held by Hamas.

What Does The Red Pin At Oscars Mean?

These pins, featuring an outline of a hand around a black heart, serve as a poignant call for a ceasefire in Gaza and a release of all the Israeli hostages being held captive by Hamas.

Through their collective action, these stars aim to raise awareness and spur action, urging political leaders, including the US Congress and President Joe Biden, to prioritize diplomacy and peace efforts in the region.

In a press statement, Artists4Ceasefire emphasized the significance of the pins, stating, “The pin symbolizes collective support for an immediate and permanent cease-fire, the release of all of the hostages, and for the urgent delivery of humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza.” By wearing these pins, celebrities are not only making a fashion statement but also sending a powerful message of solidarity and hope for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict.