Since Oct. 7, Michael Rapaport has become one of Hollywood's most outspoken advocates for Israel.
The Jewish-American actor and comedian joined hundreds of industry colleagues in signing an open letter to President Joe Biden, urging the immediate release of hostages. Rapaport's solidarity visit to Israel included meetings with hostages' families, social media campaigns, and international interviews to promote their release. His itinerary also featured a tour of Kibbutz Be'eri and an appearance on the popular Israeli satire show "Eretz Nehederet," where he participated in a sketch portraying an Oscars host delivering a critical monologue about Hollywood figures.
Rapaport's collaborations with "Eretz Nehederet" have amassed tens of millions of views globally. He recorded several episodes of his podcast "I Am Rapaport" in Tel Aviv, and his vigorous social media presence has reached audiences worldwide. Now, Rapaport is preparing for his first full-length stand-up performances in Israel. The shows are scheduled for Oct. 13, at the Jerusalem Theater and Oct. 14, at Beit Hachayal, Tel Aviv.
