The 'Unfrosted' star delivered his speech on Sunday, as several students walked out in protest.
delivered the annual commencement speech at Duke University on Sunday, and his appearance was met with both cheers and support from the audience, as well as protests by student activists.out as Duke University President Vincent Price introduced the comic., Price's introduction was met with chanting and jeering, with some students yelling"Free Palestine." Additionally, protestors could reportedly be heard chanting the same message outside of the ceremony.
"We're excited and delighted for the Class of 2024 and their families," Tramble stated."We understand the depth of feeling in our community, and as we have all year, we respect the right of everyone at Duke to express their views peacefully, without preventing graduates and their families from celebrating their achievement."
Amid the walkouts, several other students reportedly cheered for Seinfeld, chanting his name. The actor and comedian -- who has been outwardly vocal in his support for Israel in recent weeksAt the ceremony, Seinfeld received an honorary doctorate from Duke -- where both he and his wife, Jessica, serve as national chairs of Duke's Parents Committee. During his commencement speech, Seinfeld expressed his belief in the power of putting in hard work and commitment.
Seinfeld's speech also seemed to subtly address comments he's recently made about younger generations' sense of humor, political correctness and so-called"cancel culture."
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