Zdeněk Svěrák to Appear at Million Moments for Democracy Rally in Prague

Legendary Czech actor, writer, and playwright Zdeněk Svěrák will participate in a rally organized by the Million Moments for Democracy movement on Letná Plain in Prague this Saturday at 3:00 PM. The announcement was made by Million Moments on social media platforms X and Instagram on March 18, 2026.

Svěrák’s Long-Standing Support for Civic Engagement

Zdeněk Svěrák, known as a guardian of the legacy of Jára Cimrman, has a history of supporting Million Moments for Democracy, having previously spoken at an event in 2019. At that time, he described the gathering as a “celebration” and expressed optimism about a “waking up” of citizens, welcoming their “peaceful anger” against the then-government of Andrej Babiš according to Parlamentní listy.

Political Activism and Public Appeals

The nearly 90-year-old actor has been actively involved in Czech civic society for years. Before the 2023 presidential elections, Svěrák voiced his support for Petr Pavel. He has also previously criticized former President Miloš Zeman and supported Karel Schwarzenberg and Jiří Drahoš in prior presidential races as reported by Parlamentní listy. Prior to the autumn 2023 elections, Svěrák urged young people to participate responsibly in the voting process.

Upcoming Event Details

Million Moments for Democracy has promised to announce additional performers and speakers in the coming days. The event is scheduled to take place on Letná Plain, and organizers encourage attendees to invite their friends as stated on X. Further information about the rally can be found at letna.milionchvilek.cz.

Other Performers at the Rally

Zdeněk Svěrák will be joined by other artists at the rally, including Tomáš Klus, Vladimír Mišík, and Jaroslav Uhlíř according to Expres.cz. Actors Martin Myšička, Filip Rajmont, and Sandra Pogodová are also expected to participate.