The signatories went beyond defending Ruffalo against accusations of antisemitism, echoing many of the claims that sparked the controversy in the first place.

Paramount: 'Words like ‘genocide’ and ‘apartheid,’ applied to a corporate transaction, aren’t just wrong — they’re a bridge too far.'

Star power also comes with the responsibility to examine the facts and vet the organizations they support.

Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo apologizes and admits that his posts suggesting Israel commits genocide were 'not accurate, inflammatory and disrespectful.'

While maligning Israel with an 'apartheid' slur, actor Mark Ruffalo accused his own country of similar transgressions.