A recent Ipsos poll reveals that while over half of respondents believe celebrities can raise awareness about political causes and encourage contacting MPs, only a small minority are interested in hearing more from celebrities on political issues, with just 8% showing interest.

The survey indicates a general distrust of celebrities on political matters, with only 5% of respondents trusting them for political opinions, and most preferring to rely on family, friends, or no one at all.

Most people in Great Britain do not pay attention to celebrities' political statements, with 60% reporting they do not follow such comments.

Recent incidents include bands withdrawing from a UK music festival after displaying a Palestinian flag, prompting the festival to apologize and donate to Palestinian humanitarian efforts, highlighting ongoing tensions around political activism in the arts.

These incidents, such as the withdrawal of bands like The Mary Wallopers, reflect the contentious nature of political activism in the music scene.

The poll coincided with controversies involving artists like The Mary Wallopers, Madonna, and U2, over their political expressions, such as displaying Palestinian flags.

Notable figures like Sally Rooney have publicly announced plans to donate their earnings to Palestine Action, a group recently designated as a terrorist organization in the UK, emphasizing their support for Palestine despite legal ambiguities.

Rooney’s donation and support for Palestine Action have attracted media attention, with her openly expressing her willingness to be labeled a supporter of terror under UK law.

The poll was conducted between August 22 and 25, with a sample of 1,100 people aged 16-75 across England, Scotland, and Wales.

Despite high-profile actions by celebrities like Madonna and U2 speaking out on the Gaza conflict, overall public interest in celebrity political activism remains low.