Juliet Stevenson on Gaza: ‘I’m disappointed by the silence in my industry’

Al JazeeraCenterEN 7 min read 100% complete by Anealla SafdarJanuary 14, 2026 at 08:43 AM

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British actor Juliet Stevenson, a prominent advocate for Palestinian rights, has increased her activism, speaking out against Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank. In a recent effort, Stevenson, along with other cultural figures like Judi Dench and Sienna Miller, appealed to Mumsnet, a popular UK online forum for mothers. They urged Mumsnet's founder to pressure the UK government to demand Israel allow maternity clinics and aid, particularly essential supplies for women and girls, into Gaza. Stevenson expressed disappointment in the silence from her industry regarding the situation. She spoke with Al Jazeera about her activism, her appeal to Mumsnet, and her determination to continue speaking out despite potential career risks.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Sienna Miller ×230% Meera Syal ×230% Judi Dench 40% Justine Roberts ×240% West Bank 50% Mumsnet ×450% UK ×260% Al Jazeera ×260% Palestinians ×260% Israel ×270% Gaza ×480% Juliet Stevenson ×690%

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palestinian rights 100% juliet stevenson 90% gaza 80% israel 70% mumsnet 60% cultural figures 50% activism 50% aid delivery 40%

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Al Jazeera

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90%

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Gaza

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