Patti Smith, Gogol Bordello appear at Ukraine fundraiser in NYC

BBC programme ChuckleVision from 1987 to 2009 with his brother Barry Elliott, shared a throwback snap of himself with Pete and Sophie, both 26, from 2018 on Twitter this week. He could be seen sitting between the pair on a sofa while out together, captioning the picture: 'This day 2018 with my great niece and nephew.

Rammstein, Faith No More, Ministry and Filter, to cover The Beatles’ 1969 classic ‘Come Together’.In stark contrast to the ‘Abbey Road’ original’s chill, groove-inflected pop feel, the star-studded cover turns ‘Come Together’ into a bourbon-soaked swag-rock anthem, replete with a searing, overdriven riff, stomp-and-clap percussion and smoky vocal harmonies. To that end, it interpolates elements of Queen’s 1977 hit ‘We Will Rock You’, with the lyric changed to “we will stop you”.The project was steered by COP International founder Christian Petke, alongside legendary producer John Fryer (Depeche Mode, Cocteau Twins, Nine Inch Nails).

Crosstown Concerts has announced a prize draw to raise money for the Disasters Emergency Committee’s Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal. Artists who have donated prizes include Ed Sheeran, Elbow, The Chemical Brothers, Jack Savoretti, George Ezra and Pixies.Each prize is a special experience, with Sheeran offering three winners the chance to attend an Ipswich Town football club home game with him in his private hospitality box.Elbow, Savoretti, Snow Patrol, Razorlight and Pixies are all offering the chance to meet them backstage at a show.

Tom Grennan has cancelled his upcoming shows in Russia and Ukraine over the ongoing conflict in the region.Posting on Twitter, Grennan made the announcement with a statement, while sharing the hashtag #StandWithUkraine. He was due to play Moscow’s Izvestia Hall on July 4 and Kyiv’s Atlas Festival on July 6.He wrote: “In light of current events, I will be cancelling my shows in Russia and Ukraine which were due to take place in Summer 2022.“My thoughts are with the brave people of Ukraine, and all those who oppose this devastating violence and seek peace.”Grennan follows a number of artists who have cancelled shows in the region in recent weeks.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorIn two weeks, actors Milan Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have exceeded their goal of raising $30 million to help Ukrainian refugees displaced by Russia’s savage war on the country. The crowdfunding effort has now raised nearly $35 million — and counting.The married couple had previously pledged to match up to $3 million in donations toward the GoFundMe campaign (available at this link).

Peta Murgatroyd got emotional while reflecting on Russia’s ongoing war with Ukraine.

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.”

Peta Murgatroyd says her heart is breaking over the war in Ukraine. Maksim Chmerkovskiy's wife took to Instagram Wednesday to inform her nearly 1 million followers that she has been "struggling to get through some days" as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues to escalate. Speaking on her Instagram Story, the 35-year-old broke down in tears, saying the war is "continually breaking my heart." "Sometimes I have great days.

UK broadcasters ITV and STV have announced that they will stage a live concert later this month to raise money for the Disasters Emergency Committee’s Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal.Performers taking part are set to be announced in the run up to the concert, although organisers have said that they are aiming for “a unique event spreading a message of hope and support”, with a mixture of music performances and short films.Produced by Livewire Pictures, with radio company Global on board as media partner and Marks & Spencer as headline sponsor, all sponsorship and advertising revenue generated by the event will be donated to the DEC appeal – which should raise around £3 million.“Music is a very powerful tool when it comes to showing support and solidarity, and at ITV we are proud and privileged to be working with Livewire Pictures, Global, M&S and the DEC on such an important and necessary fundraising event”, says Katie Rawcliffe, Head Of Entertainment Commissioning at ITV.Meanwhile, Kelly Williams and Simon Daglish – Managing Director and Deputy Managing Director at ITV Commercial – add: “As we’ve witnessed the horrific events unfolding before our eyes we want to work with brands to show our industry’s support and raise as much money as possible for the millions of people affected by this crisis.

Peta Murgatroyd is grappling with the crisis in Ukraine. The 35-year-old pro dancer tearfully took to her Instagram Story on Wednesday to express her devastation over the ongoing situation in Ukraine, following Russia's invasion of the country.«I have had a morning… This is continually breaking my heart.

Ukraine. Alan Carr, Michael McIntyre and Romesh Ranganathan are teaming up as part of a star-studded line-up for a comedy event raising money for the war-torn country. The charity benefit will be held across two nights at London's Eventim Apollo on March 28 and 30 in aid of the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) Humanitarian Appeal providing aid to those fleeing Ukraine.

Chris Willman Music WriterAs bombs continue to pummel Ukraine, musicians gathered in New York Thursday night to protest Russia’s war against the nation and raise funds for its defense. The Benefit for Ukraine at New York’s City Winery assembled a lineup of mostly local rock legends who “stand with Ukraine in the battle for its democracy and freedom.”The show was put together by headliner Gogol Bordello, New York’s beloved Slavic punk rock band, fronted by charismatic singer/guitarist Eugene Hütz.

Famous comedians across the UK are joining forces to put on a special show to raise money for Ukraine.

Peta Murgatroyd is giving an update on her fundraiser for Ukraine.

High street giant M&S has faced backlash from some customers after sharing its fundraising efforts for Ukraine.

A brave mum in Ukraine made the agonising decision to send her 11-year-old son 750 miles through the war-torn country on his own. Júlia Pisecka Volodymyrivna, who was forced to stay behind to take care of her poorly mother, gave Hasan a note, his passport and wrote a number on the back of his hand before sending him on his way. When the little boy got to the border with Slovakia, volunteers read the letter and rang the number - which belonged to relatives in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia.

Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher revealed they are halfway to their fundraising goal as they raise money for the people of Ukraine. Kunis, who was born in Ukraine and moved to America shortly after the Soviet Union fell, and Kutcher gave followers an update on the amount of funds raised and how the money would be used.The couple's goal is $30 million. "We just wanted to give you a quick update as to where we stand with the fundraising.