Friday, 25 Jul 2025
America Age
  • Trending
  • World
  • Politics
  • Opinion
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
    • Money
    • Crypto & NFTs
  • Tech
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion / Beauty
    • Art & Books
    • Culture
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Font ResizerAa
America AgeAmerica Age
Search
  • Trending
  • World
  • Politics
  • Opinion
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
    • Money
    • Crypto & NFTs
  • Tech
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion / Beauty
    • Art & Books
    • Culture
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
© 2024 America Age. All Rights Reserved.
America Age > Blog > Entertainment > Ethan Hawke calls on Pope Francis to lead a march into Ukraine to end the war
Entertainment

Ethan Hawke calls on Pope Francis to lead a march into Ukraine to end the war

Enspirers | Editorial Board
Share
Ethan Hawke calls on Pope Francis to lead a march into Ukraine to end the war
SHARE

Ethan Hawke joined The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, Tuesday, where he called on Pope Francis to lead the charge against Russian aggression in Ukraine. Hawke, an Episcopalian, said that he was impressed when Francis was elected and chose Saint Francis of Assisi as his namesake, and spoke about St. Francis’s actions that the pope could emulate.

“I had this idea that I wanted to write the pope,” Hawke said, “and say to him that Francis of Assisi marched across the desert to the battlefield in the fifth crusade to try to have audience with the sultan. And he did this huge act of peace. And he should have been killed, but the sultan didn’t kill him.”

Pope Francis received some criticism last month for suggesting that Russia’s war against Ukraine may have been provoked. Still, the Vatican has confirmed plans for him to visit Ukraine, and possibly Russia, in the coming months, though nothing is set in stone. Hawke called on the pope to follow in the footsteps of St. Francis.

“Pope Francis should take his namesake, and if he would do it, if he would lead a march from Belarus to Mariupol, and we would all go,” Hawke said. “And we could bring the refugees to their homes. And, like, priests and rabbis, and we could all go and say you have to stop killing children.”

The call from Hawke comes as Russia continues its attacks on Ukrainian civilians, including children. Though he specifically called on the pope to interject, Hawke doesn’t believe that he should have to act alone.

“The choice shouldn’t be whether to escalate the war, or for democracy to fail,” Hawke said. “I feel like the grown ups of the world need to stand up and say, ‘You’re not allowed to bomb and kill children. You’re not allowed to do it. You gotta behave like a grown up.’ And that way we could focus our energy on taking care of the planet and address the real [crises] that are happening right now, instead of making them up.”

And Hawke explained why he believes Pope Francis is the right person for the job, citing historical figures who have done great things in the past.

“The reason why him, I keep thinking about where the voice for non violence is,” Hawke said. “Where is Martin Luther King? Where is Mother Teresa? Where is Nelson Mandela? Where are the voices of people to ask us to join together? And I feel like he’s one of the very few people I can think of that has that moral authority.”

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert airs weeknights at 11:35 p.m. on CBS.

Watch Lizzo explain why her ‘sexual’ conversations with Rihanna have stopped:

Read more from Yahoo Entertainment:

Tell us what you think! Hit us up on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram. And check out our host, Kylie Mar, on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

Share This Article
Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article Putin warns natural-gas supply to Europe could fall further after a key pipeline restarts on Thursday Putin warns natural-gas supply to Europe could fall further after a key pipeline restarts on Thursday
Next Article Ukrainian forces strike key bridge in Russian-occupied south Ukrainian forces strike key bridge in Russian-occupied south

Your Trusted Source for Accurate and Timely Updates!

Our commitment to accuracy, impartiality, and delivering breaking news as it happens has earned us the trust of a vast audience. Stay ahead with real-time updates on the latest events, trends.
FacebookLike
TwitterFollow
InstagramFollow
LinkedInFollow
MediumFollow
QuoraFollow
- Advertisement -
Ad image

Popular Posts

‘Baywatch’ Documentary Director Organizes Paddle Out Memorial For Mike Newman

Mike Newman -- the star of “Baywatch” who handed away final month after an extended…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

Supreme Court, in 5-4 Vote, Restores Alabama’s Congressional Voting Map

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Monday reinstated an Alabama congressional map that a lower…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

Hulk Hogan May Pursue Authorized Motion vs. Ben Affleck, Matt Damon Over Gawker Movie

Hulk Hogan cannot be comfortable Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are doing a film on…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

Producers Guild Nominations Keep ‘Dune’ in Play

Is this a best-picture preview?The Producers Guild of America announced its 10 nominees for best…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

You Might Also Like

Man Dies After Going Overboard on Icon of the Seas
Entertainment

Man Dies After Going Overboard on Icon of the Seas

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
Hulk Hogan Demise Sparks Surge In Public sale Merchandise Worth, nWo Boots Might Fetch k
Entertainment

Hulk Hogan Demise Sparks Surge In Public sale Merchandise Worth, nWo Boots Might Fetch $75k

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
Bryan Kohberger Butchered Kaylee Goncalves for Messing Up His Plan, Professional Says
Entertainment

Bryan Kohberger Butchered Kaylee Goncalves for Messing Up His Plan, Professional Says

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
Sylvester Stallone Says Hulk Hogan Is Irreplaceable, Shares Tales From ‘Rocky III’
Entertainment

Sylvester Stallone Says Hulk Hogan Is Irreplaceable, Shares Tales From ‘Rocky III’

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
America Age
Facebook Twitter Youtube

About US


America Age: Your instant connection to breaking stories and live updates. Stay informed with our real-time coverage across politics, tech, entertainment, and more. Your reliable source for 24/7 news.

Company
  • About Us
  • Newsroom Policies & Standards
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Careers
  • Media & Community Relations
  • WP Creative Group
  • Accessibility Statement
Contact Us
  • Contact Us
  • Contact Customer Care
  • Advertise
  • Licensing & Syndication
  • Request a Correction
  • Contact the Newsroom
  • Send a News Tip
  • Report a Vulnerability
Terms of Use
  • Digital Products Terms of Sale
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Settings
  • Submissions & Discussion Policy
  • RSS Terms of Service
  • Ad Choices
© 2024 America Age. All Rights Reserved.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?