Mark Ruffalo, best known for playing the Hulk in Marvel films, has forcefully rejected accusations of anti-Semitism following his public scrutiny of Oracle Corporation’s involvement in a major merger between two unnamed Hollywood entertainment studios. The actor took to social media to denounce what he called “fundamentally dishonest” characterisations of his comments, insisting his concerns were focused on corporate ethics, not prejudice.
Ruffalo had previously raised questions about Oracle’s participation in the merger, noting that the company provides technology to the Israeli military. His remarks sparked a backlash, with some critics accusing him of anti-Semitism by association. In his response, Ruffalo clarified that his opposition was to the business dealings of Oracle, not to Jewish people or the state of Israel as a whole.
“I stand firmly against anti-Semitism in all its forms,” Ruffalo wrote. “My critique is of a corporation that profits from military technology used in contested ways, and the media giants choosing to partner with them. To conflate that with hatred of Jewish people is a deliberate and dishonest smear.”
The merger in question involves two major Hollywood entities, though specifics of the deal remain under negotiation. Oracle’s role is reportedly as a technology partner, providing data infrastructure and cloud services. The company has long held contracts with the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), supplying database and cloud systems used in military operations.
Ruffalo has a history of speaking out on social and political issues, from climate change to Palestinian rights. His latest intervention places him at the centre of a heated debate over the intersection of business, entertainment, and conflict in the Middle East.
Paramount, one of the merging studios, has not publicly commented on Ruffalo’s remarks. Oracle declined to respond to requests for comment, but has previously defended its work with the Israeli military as part of standard commercial operations. The controversy underscores the growing willingness of celebrities to engage with geopolitics and corporate ethics, often drawing fierce reactions from both supporters and detractors.