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The Book Stall In Winnetka Withdraws From Brett Gelman Event
Jonah Meadows
February 21, 2024

A Winnetka bookstore canceled a planned appearance by actor and first-time author Brett Gelman. Gelman, an outspoken supporter of Israel, blamed antisemitic intimidation for the cancelation of an promotional appearance that had been scheduled for next month to promote his book. The Book Stall withdrew due to safety worries not related to the book, a representative said in a statement. Gelman, a Highland Park native best known for his roles in the Netflix show “Stranger Things” and the BBC series “Fleabag,” had booked a four-city tour next month to promote his first book, “The Terrifying Realm of the Possible: Nearly True Stories.”…After learning of the cancelations, Gelman told the New York Post he believed it was due to his vocal support for Israel and the fact that he is Jewish, describing it as “a completely antisemitic act.” READ MORE