Jane Fonda, Marlon Brando, & Radicalism

Though there were not many actors or actresses who believed in equal rights for minorities, there were a few besides Brando who continually expressed there concern for minorities in America. One of these well known political rebels was Jane Fonda. Fonda was known for her "adoption of radical politics" which raised much controversy concerning her star image (Dyer 77). Like Brando, Fonda was actively involved with the Black Panthers and expressed concern for the treatment of Native Americans. In Richard Dyers Stars, the active  involvement of stars concerning Native American and African American rights and treatment are noted as two of "the four major areas of radicalism recognized by the American mass media" (77). Because these topics are "major" in the eyes of the media, it was a guarantee that Brando and Fonda's involvement would have a major impact on their careers.