Lipman Calls McCarthy a Coward | Belfast News

0:00Veteran actor Maureen Lippmann is calling out a Northern Ireland actor, Gerard McCarthy, for withdrawing from a play. McCarthy cited Lippmann's public statements on the Israel-Palestine conflict as his reason for leaving the production, titled, Right Before I Go. The play focuses on the final words of people lost to suicide. Lippmann, known for her role in Coronation Street, has faced criticism for her pro-Israel stance and has even hired security. She expressed her disappointment, calling McCarthy a coward and accusing him of virtue signaling for not confronting her directly about his. Concerns, she stated that she has worked with actors for decades who held different political views without issue and suggested McCarthy's decision might limit his future career opportunities. Lippmann emphasized that she joined the play for its worthy cause and doesn't understand how McCarthy's actions align with his own values. Lippmann also pointed out that McCarthy had previously praised her performance, questioning what had changed in the past six weeks.

1:03She offered an olive branch wanting to understand his specific issues with her and reiterated that she is an actor, not a politician, who simply believes the state of Israel has a right to exist. McCarthy, who appeared in shows like The Fall and Holly Oaks, stated he wasn't asking others to share his position, but chose not to use his platform to. Supports someone whose political views he disagreed with. He has been approached for further comment on the situation. Bill Fass News today, powered by AI bringing you what matters.