Bella Hadid wore the “Key of Return,” which is considered a deeply rooted symbol for Palestinians Widespread interaction and praise for Bella Hadid over her continued solidarity with the Palestinian cause

American model of Palestinian descent Bella Hadid once again captured attention at the Cannes Film Festival after appearing in a look that carried symbolic dimensions and messages supporting Palestine, sparking widespread engagement across social media and among followers around the world.

Bella’s appearance this year reflected her continued use of the red carpet as a platform to express her humanitarian views. She chose a jewelry piece shaped like a key, designed with details representing the historic map of Palestine, in a symbolic reference to the “Key of Return,” a powerful symbol for Palestinians, especially refugees who were displaced from their cities and villages since 1948.

Messages supporting Palestine

This was not the first time Bella incorporated political and cultural messages into her choices at the Cannes Film Festival. Throughout her previous appearances, she consistently drew attention with looks inspired by Palestinian identity, most notably the dress inspired by the Palestinian keffiyeh, which sparked widespread debate and dominated conversations during the 2024 edition of the festival.

Bella Hadid continues to stand out as one of the most prominent international celebrities supporting the Palestinian cause, having repeatedly expressed solidarity with Palestinians, particularly amid escalating events in Gaza and the West Bank in recent years.

Her appearances at the Cannes Film Festival also receive extensive attention from international media outlets and fashion magazines, which frequently praise her ability to combine artistic boldness with impactful symbolic messages on the red carpet