In a time when superhero voices seem more necessary than ever, Lynda Carter—best known for her iconic role as Wonder Woman—has stepped back into the spotlight.
But this time, it’s not for a movie or a TV cameo.
At 73, Carter is using her platform to call out what she sees as injustice, weighing in on the explosive immigration crisis currently unfolding in Los Angeles.
Protests Turn Violent as ICE Raids Shock the City
Los Angeles is in turmoil. What began as protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations has spiraled into outright chaos.
Streets have erupted with demonstrations, some of which turned violent as tensions soared.
ICE agents reportedly stormed job sites, pulling workers—some of whom were even American citizens—into detention.
The scale and speed of the raids stunned many.
According to reports, the city witnessed looted stores, torched vehicles, and gridlocked highways.
The LAPD made close to 400 arrests over the weekend, mostly for failing to disperse. Nine officers were injured in the unrest.
Lynda Carter Speaks Up About Her Heritage
In the middle of the uproar, Carter posted a passionate message on Blue Sky, reminding everyone of her immigrant roots.
“I am Latina and proud,” she declared. “My grandmother came to this country from Mexico as a baby.
She was undocumented. This madness must stop.”
Her words resonated across the internet, with fans praising her for taking a stand.
One user commented, “Wonder Woman has spoken. End of discussion.”
Backlash from Some Corners
But Carter’s comments weren’t met with universal praise.
Some critics felt she overlooked key parts of American history, particularly the role of slavery in shaping the nation.
One reply pointedly noted, “Juneteenth is right around the corner. You should delete this.”
Still, many defended Carter’s right to speak from her own family’s experience, praising her for bringing visibility to the human cost of strict immigration crackdowns.
Parallels Between LA and South African Unrest
For South Africans watching from afar, the scenes from LA feel all too familiar.
Tear gas, military deployment, and confrontations between communities and authorities mirror their own experiences with civil unrest.
A local resident caught in the chaos, Pau Castro, described a terrifying scene: “There was a kind of stampede of people, and we were tear-gassed.”
In response, the US president has sent in 2,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines.
California’s governor, however, slammed the move, calling it “inflammatory” and warning that it could escalate tensions further.
A Call for Compassion from an Icon
Carter’s reflections on her identity go beyond politics.
She painted a picture of pride in her family’s journey, writing, “My mother was a fierce, gorgeous Latina woman of Mexican and Spanish descent.”
Her message is one of unity and understanding—a reminder that many American families, regardless of political lines, trace their stories back to immigration.
The National Ripple Effect
While LA remains the epicenter of the unrest, its impact is spreading.
Solidarity marches have been held in cities across the country, as Americans grapple with larger questions: Who belongs? What does justice look like? And how should the government treat people caught in the middle?
As the situation unfolds, Carter’s words continue to echo—part personal history, part urgent plea.
In the face of chaos, she’s chosen compassion.