Harry Styles addresses ICE shooting in New York with call for dignity and justice

Harry Styles paused his concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Saturday to address the shooting of a Dominican immigrant by federal immigration agents, urging fans to show compassion toward people from different backgrounds and calling for "dignity" and "justice."The British pop star addressed the crowd after referencing Oscar Belgal, a 28-year-old man who was shot by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers Thursday while his 5-year-old son was sitting in the back seat of his car."I just want us to take a moment to think about Oscar Belgal tonight, and I want us to think and remember to just look after each other," Styles said."So, please, continue looking after each other," he continued."And remember, your friends, the people you love, the people who don't look like you and aren't born where you're from, they deserve respect, and love, and dignity and justice."Harry Styles called for "dignity" and "justice" during his Madison Square Garden concert after federal immigration agents shot Oscar Belgal in New York City.

( Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)PARAMORE'S HAYLEY WILLIAMS LAUNCHES VULGAR TIRADE AT DHS AFTER AGENCY DEFENDS ICE OFFICERSThe remarks prompted criticism from film critic and commentator Christian Toto, who told Fox News Digital that speaking out against ICE has become a way for celebrities to gain approval within the entertainment industry."This is the new black square on Instagram — speaking out on ICE gets you respect within your artistic community and endless positive press," Toto said."I think the mainstream media has far more impact on public opinion.

Social media does, too.Celebrities weighing in on matters like this? I suspect it doesn't move the needle at all.

We view the stars as detached from our day-to-day lives, so we may agree with them on hot-button issues but they're not winning any converts."He suggested that entertainers face pressure within Hollywood to embrace political causes, while those who remain sil...