Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has discussed his grandmother's escape from Ukraine which saw her having to walk miles for the first time since undergoing an operation.
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Lorraine Kelly has watched the devastating crisis unfold in Ukraine. The presenter has been interviewing refugees and heard stories of bravery and sadness.
She reflects on the situation in her latest HELLO! diary below...I know I'm not alone in wanting to help the people of Ukraine, especially those who have had to flee their homes with nothing but their passports and the clothes on their backs.Our royal family, including Prince Charles and Camilla, Prince William and Kate, as well as Harry and Meghan in California, have given their support in admirably strong terms. Hollywood stars have also stepped up, with Ryan Reynolds and his wife Blake Lively donating a million dollars to help Ukrainian refugees.DONATE NOW: What can you do to help Ukraine?This week I have listened to harrowing stories from mums and dads, just like you and me, whose Iives have been completely shattered by the invasion of their country.WATCH: Lorraine Kelly shares devastation over Ukraine crisisOne British teacher Paul Hodgson living in Kiev with his girlfriend Nadya and her young son, recounted to me how he managed to help his colleagues get out of the city and across the border into Poland, and then went back to collect other family members.
He hadn't slept, had hardly eaten and was visibly shaken by the speed and ferocity of the invasion.READ: 5 ways to cope with news induced anxiety right nowPARENTING ADVICE: How to talk to your children about the Ukraine/Russia conflictA Ukrainian woman told me how she had managed to escape with her husband and young son and daughter, and broke down in tears clearly shattered and traumatised.Every refugee has their own nightmare to relate. Long exhausting journeys, fears for those left behind and worries about
.Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has discussed his grandmother's escape from Ukraine which saw her having to walk miles for the first time since undergoing an operation.
Leonardo DiCaprio made the rare move of posting on social media to voice his support for the people of war-torn Ukraine. DONATE NOW: What can you do to help Ukraine?The Titanic star took to his Instagram on Thursday to share several photos from various humanitarian organizations that are helping Ukrainian people affected by Russia's military invasion – they included Save the Children, CARE, Rescue.org, and UNICEF.WATCH: How you can help the people of Ukraine "The victims of warfare in Ukraine have lost everything from their loved ones to basic materials for survival," he wrote."Humanitarian organizations like @SavetheChildren @careorg @IRC and @refugees are on the ground, dedicating their personnel and resources to support families and innocent people."READ: 5 ways to cope with news induced anxiety right nowPARENTING ADVICE: How to talk to your children about the Ukraine/Russia conflictFans rushed to share their thanks to the actor for showing his support and raising awareness of such important organizations.
HELLO! diary, Lorraine Kelly has made a plea with her fans, for everyone to be a little kinder to themselves and to seek what really makes you happy and content. We couldn't agree more, Lorraine! Read her column below...Earlier this week I was interviewing Robson Greene and Tom Brittney and they said working on the set of TV show Grantchester was their "Happy Place".
Lorraine Kelly has revealed that the bomb threat yesterday at ITV was actually a parcel sent to her by a media company.
HELLO! diary, Lorraine Kelly shares some very exciting news on behalf of herself and her daughter Rosie. Find out what they've got in store for fans below...READ: Lorraine Kelly reveals awful health realisation during the pandemicOne of the things I love and that brings me such a lot of joy is the WHAT IF podcast I do with my daughter Rosie.
Dame Helen Mirren to Tom Hanks and Hugh Jackman. But what about the star's life away from television screens? READ MORE: Sally Phillips' heartbreak after her husband of 14 years left her for a Russian yoga instructor Despite Lorraine being one of the nation's most recognised faces on daytime television, her private life remains very private for the most part. The ITV star, 62, has been married for 30 years to her husband Steve Smith, who is also her former co-star.
Tim McGraw rarely uses social media to make political statements but took to his Instagram to use the platform for good and spread awareness.MORE: Faith Hill shares rare insight into married life with Tim McGrawREAD: 5 ways to cope with news induced anxiety right nowThe country star shared a picture on his social feed from the middle of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, featuring several Ukrainian soldiers walking through a smoky night.WATCH: Five ways to help in the Ukrainian crisisHowever, the one thing that stood tall and shone bright in the shot was the Ukrainian flag, and Tim paired his post with an emotional message.He simply wrote: "The loss of innocent lives is heartbreaking. Praying for peace as night falls on Ukraine.
Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kumzin has spoken out about his fears for his grandmother who is currently in Ukraine.
Prince William and Kate Middleton issued a statement via their verified Twitter account over the weekend, writing, «In October 2020 we had the privilege to meet President Zelenskyy and the First Lady to learn of their hope and optimism for Ukraine’s future.
Things got a bit heated on Good Morning Britain as Adil Ray quizzed the deputy Prime Minister.