The next step. Maks Chmerkovskiy shared an update on how he’s helping those in need during the war in Ukraine after he returned overseas.
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star Loren is opening up about how the Ukraine crisis is affecting her family. ET's Melicia Johnson sat down with Loren on Monday and she talked about her and her husband Alexei's personal connection to the crisis, given that Alexei grew up in Ukraine.Alexei lived in Ukraine before moving to Israel, which is where he met Loren, who was there on a Birthright Israel program trip.
Alexei was the medic for the trip and the two fell in love and Alexei moved to the United States to marry Loren. The couple tied the knot in 2015 and now have two sons, Shai and Asher.«He has family there still [in Ukraine] and he even said, I didn't think it was going to affect me as much as it did and it's still affecting him,» Loren tells ET.
«I don't want to say our tone in our house has been depressing, it's been sad, it's scary.»«Because this is real, I mean, he grew up in Ukraine and then grew up in Israel and those are two spotlight countries and it's hard, but we do talk about it and it's very important to talk about and instead of bottling it up,» she adds.Alexei isn't the only star that has personal ties to Ukraine. Natalie Mordovtseva, who hails from Ukraine, recently shared with her Instagram followers that her mother is safe amid the ongoing crisis in her home country.Natalie moved from Ukraine to the United States to marry her now estranged husband, Mike, and a big part of her story was her extremely close relationship with her mother, Nelia. Nelia was a big fan of Mike, although Mike and Natalie are no longer together or are on good terms.
The next step. Maks Chmerkovskiy shared an update on how he’s helping those in need during the war in Ukraine after he returned overseas.
Peta Murgatroyd, 35, expressed her despair at the tragic situation occurring in Ukraine. “This is continually breaking my heart,” she said on her Instagram Stories March 16, according to People. The Dancing with the Stars pro went on, “I’m struggling to get through some days. Sometimes I have great days, other days I have terrible days because I just can’t get this out of my head. I’ve walked those streets, I’ve been there. It is such a beautiful country. And the children that are dying right now.”
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over two million people have fled the country, and during the week a former Strictly Come Dancing star issued an urgent plea.DONATE NOW: What can you do to help Ukraine?Lithuanian-born Iveta Lukosiute, who appeared on the show between 2012 to 2014, took to social media during the week to offer help to those fleeing. In a message, she wrote: "Dancers from Ukraine! If you like to come to [the] USA, contact me directly: [email protected].
Lorraine Kelly has watched the devastating crisis unfold in Ukraine. The presenter has been interviewing refugees and heard stories of bravery and sadness.
Former Strictly Come Dancing star Pasha Kovalev has opened up about the conflict currently in Ukraine, and branded the war as “too close to home”. Pasha, who hails from Russia but moved to the UK in 2011, took to social media on Thursday 3 March to encourage his 46,000 Instagram followers to “come together and make a difference through art”. Pasha, 42, and his Russian dance partner Anya Garnis created a new show named Rising Up With The Arts in the wake of the pandemic's detrimental effects on the entertainment industry, as theatres doors were closed for months on end.
Bethenny Frankel is doing what she can to help amid the crisis in Ukraine. The philanthropist and entrepreneur joined Fox News Channel’s "The Story with Martha MacCallum" on Thursday to discuss her worldwide initiative to help aid Ukrainian citizens affected by the Russian invasion.
Roman Abramovich, the Russian owner of England’s Chelsea FC, one of soccer’s biggest clubs, said Wednesday that he is selling the franchise, with the proceeds to go to a foundation that will benefit war victims in Ukraine.
Molly Mae Hague says she “feels guilty” carrying on with her normal life amid the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.The social media star, 22, is currently in Tulum, Mexico, doing a photoshoot for a new campaign but has opened up on being unsure whether to carry on posting about her glamorous lifestyle amid the war. Posting a photo from her accommodation, which shows a picturesque pool and hanging chair in the background, Molly Mae wrote on her Instagram story, saying: “Given everything that’s happening in the world right now, I feel it’s impossible to carry on with life as normal without feeling guilty… “I’m currently away for work shooting a campaign but haven’t known whether to share as usual for the people who come on Instagram to escape…” The star finished her message: “I care about you guys so much and how my content makes you all feel”.
"Dancing with the Stars" alum Maksim Chmerkovskiy updated fans on his journey out of Ukraine as the Russian invasion continues. Chmerkovskiy made it to Warsaw, Poland on Tuesday, according to multiple Instagram posts.The professional dancer went live on his social media account to discuss the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia and the guilt he feels about leaving the country. "I felt wrong leaving," Chmerkovskiy said during the live.
Molly-Mae Hague has admitted she "feels guilty" posting about her luxury trip during the crisis in Ukraine. The 22 year old influencer has even moved to ask whether or not she should QUIT Instagram.
star Natalie Mordovtseva, who hails from Ukraine, shared with her Instagram followers that her mother is safe amid the ongoing crisis in her home country.Natalie moved from Ukraine to the United States to marry her now estranged husband, Mike, and a big part of her story was her extremely close relationship with her mother, Nelia. Nelia was a big fan of Mike, although Mike and Natalie are no longer together or are on good terms.
Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague asked fans for permission whether or not she should about her holiday on social media amid the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.
90 Day Fiancé‘s Yara Zaya had some heartbreaking news to share regarding her family and friends who are living in Ukraine while the invasion by Russia is currently unfolding. The young reality star took to her Instagram on Friday (Feb. 25) to reveal she is gravely concerned for her loved ones left in her native country to defend themselves. “Honestly, it’s hard to sleep when you don’t know what will happen to your friends and family,” she said.
In his last HBO Real Time before a short hiatus, Bill Maher has the unenviable task of trying to find laughs in the situation in Ukraine. Amazingly, he was able to pull it off within the boundaries of good taste, all while allowing his guests to run with the notion that more must be done in defense of the embattled country.