The comedian, who has been vocal in his support for Israel, becomes choked up while recalling his visit to the country after the deadly October 7 terrorist attacks by Hamas.
Jerry Seinfeld's unwavering support for Israel has not wavered despite facing public backlash and heckling from anti-Israel protesters. In a recent interview with Bari Weiss for "Honestly," Seinfeld opened up about his emotional trip to Israel following the October 7 terrorist attacks by Hamas.
"It was the most powerful experience of my life," Seinfeld said, his voice quivering with emotion. When asked why, he paused, struggling to articulate his thoughts. "You know, you just...you know."
Seinfeld's connection to Israel runs deep. At the age of 16, he lived and worked on a kibbutz, an experience that left an indelible mark on him. "I have loved our Jewish homeland ever since," he wrote on Instagram after the October 7 attacks.
Despite his unwavering support for Israel, Seinfeld has been met with resistance from some quarters. During a recent stand-up gig in Virginia, a protester heckled him, accusing the comedian of being a "genocide supporter." Similar protests greeted him at his Duke University commencement speech in May, where students shouted "Free Palestine" and walked out as he was introduced.
Seinfeld expressed his dismay at the protesters' misguided anger. "It's so silly," he said. "They want to express this sincere, intense rage, but their aim needs to be corrected."
Seinfeld's emotional interview comes as tensions between Israel and the Palestinians remain high. The recent violence has sparked widespread protests and calls for an end to the conflict. Amid this turmoil, Seinfeld's unwavering support for Israel stands as a testament to his deep connection to his Jewish homeland.
In addition to his emotional connection to Israel, Seinfeld has also made public statements in support of the country. Following the October 7 attacks, he posted an "I Stand With Israel" message on his Instagram account.
"My heart is breaking from these attacks and atrocities," he wrote. "But we are also a very strong people in our hearts and minds."
Despite the backlash he has faced, Seinfeld has remained steadfast in his support for Israel. His emotional interview with Bari Weiss further illuminates his deep connection to the country and his determination to stand with Israel in the face of adversity.
