Hollywood celebrities brought political messages to the red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, using fashion and interviews to protest immigration enforcement policies and ongoing global conflicts. Several attendees displayed accessories criticizing Immigration and Customs Enforcement, while others wore pins calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Activist Glennon Doyle carried a clutch with an explicit anti-immigration enforcement message, standing alongside Abby Wambach and other stars who wore matching pins. British actress Charithra Chandran and performers connected to films about the Palestinian conflict also used their platform to advocate for a permanent ceasefire, arguing that violence and displacement continue across multiple regions.

Some artists linked immigration enforcement actions in the United States to broader global tensions, calling for accountability and compassion. The ceremony unfolded under heightened security due to concerns about a possible retaliatory strike by Iran, with about 1,000 private security personnel deployed, although officials said there was no specific threat intelligence.