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Javier Bardem supports boycott by Portuguese comedians of Jerry Seinfeld
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Javier Bardem supports boycott by Portuguese comedians of Jerry Seinfeld

Sábado12 September 2026 at 12:22

Javier Bardem expressed support for a boycott by Portuguese comedians of Jerry Seinfeld. The Spanish actor took this position related to the American comedian.

The boycott is part of the Comemedia a La Carte Fest, a comedy festival. The event will take place in Lisbon.

The festival edition takes place at the end of October. Javier Bardem is known for his activism in social and political causes.

Why this matters

This news is relevant to the Portuguese public interested in the comedy festival and the national arts scene, as it signals a significant protest by local comedians against one of the world's most well-known comedians, which could affect the dynamics of the event in Lisbon.

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