More than 150 American actors, writers, directors and other artists signed a letter of support for the Israeli actors who declared they would not perform in settlements.

Ten days ago, the Israeli actors caused a storm when they released a petition stating they would not perform in the settlements.

The American letter described the the Israelis' refusal as brave.

The signatories said that most of them faced daily compromises with things they found unacceptable, and that when a group of people decided they would make no more compromises and found the strength to refuse, this inspired them and filled them with hope.

The American artists were moved to know the Israelis had refused to allow their work to become part of making the cruel occupation normal and accepted, they said in the letter. The occupation is an obstacle to hope and a just and sustainable peace for Israelis and Palestinians, they added.

The signatories said the Israeli artists' decision should be appreciated by those who seek justice around the world.

The letter made waves in the artistic community in the United States.