Mindy Kaling & B.J. Novak To Co-Host Virtual Graduation Event On Facebook & Instagram — Update

Selena Gomez participated in Define American's virtual graduation celebration over the weekend, honoring immigrant students who completed college this academic year. In the hopeful message, Gomez recounted her own family's immigrant experience and how their sacrifices paved the way for her life and career.

Andrew Cuomo had a sweet message for graduates, including his daughter Michaela, unable to attend big ceremonies this year. “Congratulations to all 2020 graduates,” he tweeted along with two heartwarming family photos. “While the celebrations are different this year, the pride is even stronger.” Making the message personal, he added: “And to my daughter Michaela, who officially graduates today: The best is yet to come. That I promise.”

2020 has not been kind to humanity as the entire globe has been hit severely by the coronavirus pandemic. For students who graduated this year; their graduation ceremonies have had to be cancelled in order to practice quarantine and social distancing norms.

Selena Gomez is honoring this year's graduates who are part of immigrant families with a special video message.The singer took the time to film a short speech from home to mark the accomplishments of high school and college students as part of the Immigrad 2020 Virtual Commencement on Saturday (May 23)."I know that this is a virtual ceremony, but it is very real, and it's very real to all the families and all of you and your communities," Gomez said.

Selena Gomez has shared a special message for graduates from immigrant families as commencements were cancelled due to coronavirus.

Selena Gomez is the latest among many celebrities to take part in the happening across the country, in lieu of traditional cap and gown professionals, due to the .Shared on May 23, was a surprise speaker during the for graduating high school and college students from immigrant families, hosted by , , , , and .

Selena Gomez has a message for 2020 graduates from immigrant families: “you matter”. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, which has forced high school and college graduations online, the 27-year-old former Disney star delivered a super inspiring message on May 23 as part of the #Immigrad 2020 Virtual Commencement.

Oprah Winfrey has encouraged graduates from the Class of 2020 to embrace new roles as leaders and “step into the unknown”.

Hollywood is stepping up for the Class of 2020! As high school and college seniors prepare to graduate from their schools across the country, many familiar faces are offering their support, words of wisdom and encouragement in virtual ceremonies.  On Friday afternoon, Facebook and Instagram came together for #Graduation2020 where more than a few stars inspired students. Hosted by Mindy Kaling and B.J.

By Ellise Shafer

Graduations across the world have been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic, but Facebook and Instagram are doing their best to offer a silver lining.

For members of the Class of 2020, their graduation today (May 15) marks a pivotal moment in their lives during a pivotal moment in global history with the novel coronavirus.

By Patrick Hipes

Oprah Winfrey will share words of wisdom with the graduating classes of 2020 on Friday. A number of stars will come together to celebrate graduating students during Facebook's #Graduation2020 event.

The class of 2020 is getting some good advice, courtesy of Cardi B, Matthew McConaughey and more celebs. 

Oprah Winfrey is set to front a series of wellness events to help those struggling to come to terms with the coronavirus outbreak.

Selena Gomez, Cardi B, Mary J. Blige, and Smokey Robinson have signed on to add their star power to virtual graduation celebrations saluting the Class of 2020.

By Todd Spangler