Can Hollywood help save the planet? That’s the powerful question tackled in Hollywood's Plant-Based Shift, an engaging panel hosted during Food Day and co-presented by the Plant-Based Treaty and the City of West Hollywood. Moderated by UnchainedTV President Jane Velez-Mitchell, this forward-thinking discussion brings together top voices from the entertainment world who are using their influence to shift culture toward sustainability, compassion, and plant-based living—both on screen and behind the scenes.

The panel features Cyle Zezo, TV executive and founder of Reality of Change, who works with major studios to integrate climate messaging into unscripted content. Zezo emphasizes the need for plant-based foods both in production and on camera, highlighting the entertainment industry’s potential to influence millions. Lindsay Hicks, Head of Development at Little Walnut Productions and producer of Punk Rock Vegan Movie, encourages organic portrayals of ethical living where characters simply eat vegan, dress sustainably, and live consciously—without making it a statement.

Amy Jean Davis, former American Idol finalist and spokesperson for the Plant-Based Treaty, underscores the urgency of activism. She links plant-based living to solutions for climate change, human rights, and animal welfare, urging everyone—not just celebrities—to speak up. Shaka Smith, actor, attorney, and plant-based fitness influencer, busts the myth that veganism is incompatible with peak physical health. His social media presence proves that strength, health, and compassion are deeply connected.

Jason Wrobel, celebrity vegan chef, TV host, and wellness educator, shares how he broke into mainstream media with a stealth plant-based cooking show on the Cooking Channel—never labeling the food, but letting its flavor and joy speak for themselves. He now works with the nonprofit Switch4Good, using his platform to promote dairy-free alternatives and elevate the conversation around health and ethical eating.

Together, the panelists show how the entertainment industry can lead a cultural evolution. From making veganism visible on screen to rethinking what’s served on set, they offer actionable steps for creating a greener, more compassionate Hollywood. With every major studio now operating a sustainability department, the tools are in place—what’s needed now is creative leadership.

Hollywood’s Plant-Based Shift is a call to action for artists, producers, and audiences. Culture is shifting, and Hollywood has the power to accelerate the change. This panel shows the movement is not only underway—it’s gaining momentum.