BTS pledge $1 million to support Black Lives Matter campaign

KJ Apa fired back at critics saying he wasn’t using his platform to help support the Black Lives Matter movement. The “Riverdale” star found himself the subject of some online vitriol when comedian Elijah Daniel accused him of being silent regarding the ongoing protests against systemic racism and police brutality sparked by the May 25 death of George Floyd while in police custody.

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George Floyd and Breonna Taylor and subsequent protests have further ignited a passion in artists inspired to use their music as a sounding board for change.  Check below for 10 protest songs that highlight the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement.1. Trey Songz — “2020 Riots: How Many Times” Trey Songz sheds light on the injustices faced by the black community at the hands of police brutality and institutionalized racism on the compelling new single, “2020 Riots: How Many Times.” Songz

Black Lives Matter movement earlier this week, BTS is backing up their support with a sizable donation.

Jennifer Aniston is doing her part amid the global Black Lives Matter protest following the tragic death of George Floyd. Harper’s Bazaar reported today that Jennifer Aniston joined the ranks of many other celebrities who have donated to a number of pro-black organizations.

A few days ago, it was reported that BTS and Big Hit Entertainment were in talks to decide upon an amount to donate towards the Black Lives Matter movement. The K-Pop band decided to step forward and do their bit as people took to the street in the US protesting and demanding justice for George Floyd following his death by the hands of a police officer.

BTS have backed the Black Lives Matter anti-racism protests that have erupted in the U.S.

George Floyd was killed when a white police office pinned him to the ground and knelt on his neck during an arrest on May 25.The 46-year-old could be heard telling officers he couldn't breathe.Widespread protests have been sparked across the USA as well as here in the UK.Oscar winner DiCaprio has said he is supporting those who are "committed to bring about long-term change" and that he is donating money to four civil rights organisations.DiCaprio wrote on Instagram: "I commit to listen, learn

In support of Black Lives Matter, BTS released a statement in which the members declared that they “stand against racial discrimination” after the recent deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, David McAtee and other unarmed Black Americans. The band took to their Twitter on Thursday, June 4, with a statement in Korean and English about how the K-pop group condemns systemic racial violence and discrimination.

The family of murdered soldier Lee Rigby has urged people to stop using his image ‘in a divisive way’ in arguments against Black Lives Matter protests.

BTS joined the many celebrities and famous faces condemning racism and police brutality with a powerful statement on their Twitter account. In the June 4 tweet, K-Pop band members Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook told their followers, “We stand against racial discrimination. We condemn violence.”

BTS members RM, Jin, Jimin, Jungkook, V, Suga, and J-Hope have come forward to show their support towards the Black Lives Matter movement. The members issued a unanimous statement condemning the death of George Floyd.

Chika, Zendaya, Kehlani, SZA, Lizzo and more artists gathered outside LA Mayor Eric Garcetti's house Tuesday afternoon (June 2) for a peaceful protest led by Black Lives Matter co-founder Patrisse Cullors, BLM LA's chapter head Melina Abdullah and Insecure actor Kendrick Sampson.

John Boyega delivered an impassioned speech at a Black Lives Matter protest in London on Wednesday, one of many major anti-racism demonstrations that have taken place around the world following the death of George Floyd on May 25. "Black lives have always mattered.

Michael B. Jordan and Jamie Foxx‘s real-life legal drama Just Mercy has been made free to stream online in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.

By Elsa Keslassy