Biography Flash: Jane Fonda Revives Historic Activism, Performs for Mental Health, and Mourns Diane Keaton
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Biography Flash: Jane Fonda Revives Historic Activism, Performs for Mental Health, and Mourns Diane Keaton
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Jane Fonda is once again making headlines as an activist powerhouse and cultural force in ways truly biographically significant. This week, she revived the historic Committee for the First Amendment, a move first reported Wednesday by AOL and quickly echoed by the international press. This 21st-century reboot of the group, which was originally co-founded by her father, Henry Fonda, to protest government censorship of Hollywood talents during the Red Scare, comes at a time when Fonda feels free speech is under new threat. The new committee counts more than 800 entertainment-industry signers, including Billie Eilish, Florence Pugh, Pedro Pascal, and Olivia Wilde. According to Fonda’s mission statement sent to CBS News and widely quoted online, “We refuse to stand by and let that happen. Free speech and free expression are the inalienable rights of every American of all backgrounds and political beliefs — no matter how liberal or conservative you may be.”
Further, The Intelligencer and MUBI report that this dramatic move follows the suspension of late-night host Jimmy Kimmel after controversial comments and heated debate about free speech in American media. Fonda’s activism connects her lifelong legacy, from antiwar protests to today’s fights over cultural and civic freedoms. Social media exploded with support and debate this week, with Fonda’s name trending on X (formerly Twitter), as supporters and critics alike shared hashtags both celebrating and contesting her bold stance.
On the performing front, Jane Fonda led a star-studded cast for the one-night-only play “This Is Crazy!” at Symphony Space, supporting the National Alliance on Mental Illness. According to The Knockturnal, Fonda joined Sanaa Lathan, Mark Ruffalo, and others in a series of monologues that illuminated personal struggles with mental health. The sold-out event drew A-list attendees including Kirsten Dunst and Ellen Barkin, reaffirming Fonda’s status as a Hollywood mainstay and humanitarian leader.
Upcoming, Fonda continues her public appearances — tickets are nearly sold out for “An Evening with Jane Fonda” at Jones Hall in Houston this Monday, October 20th, as listed by Performing Arts Houston and Vivid Seats. VIP guests can expect a premium seat, a photo op, and a signed book from the Oscar-winning actress and activist.
On a somber note, Jane Fonda took to Instagram to mourn the passing of Diane Keaton, whom she called “unforgettable” and admitted struggling to accept her death, as reported by AOL. Fonda’s heartfelt tribute became a widely shared post, resonating with fans and industry figures alike, and highlighting the deep connections she maintains within the Hollywood community.
Speculation swirled briefly on YouTube regarding Fonda’s estate, but those reports remain unverified and mostly clickbait in nature, unsubstantiated by major outlets.
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