Students Walk Out on Jerry Seinfeld's Duke Commencement Speech

During Duke University's commencement ceremony, a number of students walked out as Jerry Seinfeld was introduced by the university president. The walkout was a protest against Israel's actions in Gaza, with students chanting "free free Palestine." Despite the controversy, Seinfeld's speech avoided recent public disputes, focusing on humor related to the students and his experiences.

Seinfeld has recently been involved in controversies over his remarks on political correctness in comedy and his public support for Israel, which has included traveling to Israel and engaging with families affected by the conflict. His comments have sparked mixed reactions, with some praising his stance and others criticizing him for being out of touch or inappropriate given his traditionally apolitical stance.