Several high-profile entertainers drew attention at the Golden Globes on Sunday after wearing anti-ICE “Be Good” pins in support of Renee Good, a 37-year-old Minnesota woman who was shot and killed during an encounter with a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent last week. Images of the pins circulated widely on social media following the event. Actor Mark Ruffalo and comedian Wanda Sykes were seen wearing the pins, along with actresses Natasha Lyonne and Jean Smart, who appeared on the red carpet and during post-award appearances with the message displayed.
Jean Smart wore the pin while posing in the press room after winning Best Actress in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy for “Hacks.” A photograph from the event showed Smart wearing a pin reading “be Good,” described as a tribute to Renee Good, during the 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on January 11, 2026. The display placed a politically charged message on one of the entertainment industry’s most visible stages, where statements made by public figures often reach audiences far beyond traditional political forums.
Wanda Sykes addressed the issue directly while speaking to reporters on the Golden Globes red carpet, criticizing federal immigration enforcement and the broader role of government. “We need to speak up and shut this rogue government down. It’s awful what they are doing to people,” Sykes said. Her remarks, along with the coordinated display of pins, highlighted ongoing national debates surrounding immigration enforcement, the conduct of federal agencies, and the role of public protest by cultural figures.
According to authorities, Renee Good was shot and killed in Minneapolis after an encounter with an ICE agent during an enforcement operation. Officials said Good accelerated her vehicle while an agent was positioned in front of it. The vehicle struck the agent, after which he fired three shots into the windshield, killing her. The incident has prompted public scrutiny of use-of-force standards, officer safety, and the circumstances under which federal agents may respond to perceived threats during enforcement actions.
The Golden Globes appearance underscores how incidents involving federal law enforcement can quickly move from local investigations into national conversations, particularly when amplified by well-known public figures. As immigration enforcement remains a central policy issue, reactions from Hollywood and other influential platforms continue to shape public awareness and discussion, even as official reviews and factual determinations about specific incidents proceed through established legal and investigative processes.
