Actress Tova Feldshuh Slams Adam Brody's 'Genocide' Claims Against Israel

Actress Tova Feldshuh, who plays the mother of a Jewish rabbi character in the Netflix series "My Only Love" (likely a mistranslation of "Only Not This"), has strongly criticized her co-star Adam Brody for his remarks accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza. Feldshuh, 77, stated in an interview with the New York Post that accusing the Jewish people of genocide is "insane" and reminiscent of "Hitler's playbook," adding that it "turns the victim into the aggressor."

The controversy began when Brody, who portrays Rabbi Noah in the popular show, described the Gaza conflict as genocide and expressed a desire for a "free Palestine" in an interview with GQ magazine. His comments drew criticism, including from the show's creator, Erin Foster.

Foster, who converted to Judaism, clarified on a podcast that while she loves Brody, she disagrees with his statements. She views the series as a "love letter to Judaism" and emphasizes the importance of positive Jewish representation, especially amid rising antisemitism. Foster also stressed that political disagreements should not harm professional relationships.

Feldshuh, a veteran actress known for her public support of Israel, echoed this sentiment, stating that professional relationships should be maintained. She also affirmed the vital importance of Israel's existence for the democratic world, asserting that "the United States needs Israel."

In the series, Feldshuh plays Bina, the overbearing mother of Rabbi Noah, who struggles with his relationship with Joan, a non-Jewish woman played by Kristen Bell.