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SINGAPORE: Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh and other Malaysian public figures are among those on a recent “blockout” list over their perceived silence on the ongoing crisis in Gaza, or their continued support of brands tied to Israel.
Yeoh, along with fellow actresses Anna Jobling and Neelofa, was included on a list of around 30 names titled “Malaysian celebrity and influencers block list” posted on Facebook by user Liena Bunkerz on May 13, which has garnered 6,000 shares as of Thursday (May 16).
The “block” list targeting Malaysian personalities follows an online movement called “Blockout 2024”, where social media users boycott celebrities and influencers by “blocking” their accounts on platforms such as Instagram, TikTok and X – previously known as Twitter.
According to the Associated Press, participants say the movement is a protest as the celebrities either have not spoken up or have not said enough against Israel’s actions in Gaza during its war with Hamas.
By blocking the accounts of these public figures, this means not seeing any of the content they produce on social media — no posts, no photos or videos, no collaborations with sponsors.
The blocks are also meant to affect views, engagement and ultimately the celebrities’ income, as the number of people interacting with content brings in money, AP reported.
Yeoh has not been vocal on the war, though on Mar 10, she spoke to AP news agency, describing protests calling for a Gaza ceasefire around the Oscars ceremony as “worrying.”
On May 3, she received the Presidential Medal of Honour from US President Joe Biden. The American accolade is reserved for those who have contributed to the security and civilian life of the US.
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