Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher would be frontrunners. The longtime pair wowed on the red carpet outside the Dolby Theatre as they stepped out for the 94th annual Academy Awards on Sunday.
09.03.2022 - 19:21 / hollywoodlife.com
As soon as Russian forces, under the order of Russian President Vladimir Putin, began the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, stars and celebrities started their efforts to support the Ukrainian people under attack. A-listers like Ryan Reynolds, Mila Kunis, Dua Lipa, and more shared links to where fans could donate to the humanitarian efforts while pledging their own money to the cause.
Many stars also showed their support during high-profile events. Michael Douglas, Tyler Perry, Lisa Ann Walters, and more have walked red carpets while wearing blue-and-yellow pins.
Here is a running list of celebrities supporting Ukraine during this terrible time as the conflict continues.
Mila Kunis & Ashton KutcherArguably the highest-profile Ukrainian-American actress, Mila Kunis was born in the city of Chernivtsi, and she was one of the first to voice her support when the Russian forces began their offensive. “God protect the people of Ukraine!” she tweeted on Feb. 25. “My thoughts and prayers are with you.” Mila also knew that the Ukrainian people needed more than that, so that’s why she started a GoFundMe campaign on Mar. 4.
Related Gallery“Today, I am a proud Ukrainian,” wrote Mila. “Through GoFundMe.org, this fundraiser will provide an immediate impact on refugee and humanitarian aid efforts. The fund will benefit Flexport.org and Airbnb.org, two organizations who are actively on the ground providing immediate help to those who need it most.”
“This unjust attack on Ukraine and humanity at large is devastating, and the Ukrainian people need our support,” added the That ’70s Show actress. “Our family is starting this fund to help provide immediate support, and we will be matching up to 3 million dollars.”
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Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher would be frontrunners. The longtime pair wowed on the red carpet outside the Dolby Theatre as they stepped out for the 94th annual Academy Awards on Sunday.
2022 Academy Awards on Sunday. Jamie Lee Curtis and others walked the red carpet wearing a blue ribbon that says «with refugees» in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.When ET's Nischelle Turner and Kevin Frazier spoke to Curtis on the red carpet, she explained why the cause is one she cares about greatly.«I just want to represent the refugee crisis, let people wake up and realize that this is a humanitarian crisis,» Curtis told ET. «The refugee crisis is very real.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy took to social media to share how “impressed” and thankful he is with fellow Ukrainian Mila Kunis and her husband, Ashton Kutcher. The couple Zoomed the president to join the country’s efforts to stop the war and informed him that they’d raised $35 million for relief.
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher's efforts to help Ukraine have not gone unnoticed. Kunis and Kutcher got a call from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, personally thanking the couple for their GoFundMe campaign, which has raised nearly $35 million to help those affected by the conflict in Ukraine. Earlier this month, the couple launched the campaign — in conjunction with Airbnb and FlexPort.org — with a goal of raising $30 million to help those affected by the conflict in Ukraine.
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher are sharing their gratitude after raising more than their $30 million goal, to provide aid for Ukraine amid the conflict caused by Russia’s invasion.The celebrity couple explained that while they have raised $34 million so far, from over 67,000 donations, their “work is not done,” as they want to ensure “that the outpouring of love that came as a part of this campaign finds maximum impact with those in need.“The Hollywood actress said they are “overwhelmed with gratitude for the support,” and will “provide a softer landing for so many people as they forge ahead into their future of uncertainty,” in reference to Ukrainian refugees that have been forced to leave their country.The two stars donated $3 million to the fundraiser and now have a new goal of $40 million, encouraging everyone to donate, adding that “This is just the beginning to a very, very, very long journey.”Benedict Cumberbatch volunteers to take in refugees into his home as part of ‘Homes for Ukraine’ projectHayden Panettiere launches Ukraine relief fund: ‘We can make a difference in their fight’Gigi Hadid and Bella Hadid will donate their 2022 Fashion Show earnings to Ukraine and PalestineThe pair also said they will “treat every dollar as if it were being donated from our pocket, with respect and honor for the work that went into earning it, the intent of love through which it was given, and the desire for it so be maximized for positive outcomes for others.““Funds have already and will continue to be delivered to Flexport.org and Airbnb.org, so they can act now.
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).
That 70’s Show pair were able to collect funds that, according to Kutcher’s Instagram, “will continue to be delivered to Flexport.org and Airbnb.org so they can act now.” Mila Kunis was born in Ukraine when it was still the Soviet Union and left the country in 1983 with her family as they immigrated to the United States.Alongside her husband, Kunis and Kutcher expressed their immense gratitude for everyone who has helped them so far and will be continuing their fundraising as they raise their goal to $40 million. “Our work is not done," Kutcher wrote in his Instagram caption.
Russian military forces invaded the country under orders given by Russian President Vladimir Putin. In the early days, the world watched as the people of Ukraine lived with sirens and explosions, as the neighboring country's forces dissipated buildings around them. In the weeks since the initial attack, almost two million people have packed up their lives, children, pets and anything they can to flee the now war-torn country.
Mila Kunis, 38, and her husband Ashton Kutcher, 44, were proud to announce that they’d reached their goal of raising $30 million to aid Ukraine, as Russian forces attack the country. The couple were extremely thankful in the video message, pledging to dedicate whatever further support they get on the GoFundMe to continue helping Ukrainians tweeted out on Thursday March 17.
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have raised more than $20 million in less than a week for the actress’ native country of Ukraine in response to the Russian invasion – but their work is far from over. "We’re not done," the star’s husband said in an Instagram post on Thursday.
Mila Kunis’s heart has been broken by the crisis in Ukraine.
Mila Kunis have thanked fans in an emotional video as their goal to reach $30 million in aid for Ukraine has almost been reached.READ: How to talk to your children about the Ukraine/Russia conflict"We have raised over 20 million dollars in less than a week and I say 'we' as it is all of us together," said Ashton in the video, adding: "But we are not done, our goal is 30 and we want to get there."WATCH: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher share emotional video as they raise astonishing sum for UkraineMila, who was born in Ukraine, shared her thanks to the "56,000 of you who were able to donate and support us, whether it was $5, $10, $1000"."It means so much to us and it does bring in a community and sense of belonging and ability to help," she said.MORE: 5 ways to cope with news-induced anxiety right nowMORE: What can you do to help Ukraine?"The first humanitarian aid is already on the ground…AirBnb is already taking in refugees," added Ashton of where the money is going. The money is supporting Flexport.org and Airbnb.org, two organizations who are actively on the ground providing immediate help to those who need it most.
Raising caring kids! Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have taken a unique approach in telling their two kids about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
For love of country. Mila Kunis, Maksim Chmerkovskiy and more Ukrainian celebrities are taking a stand and showing support for their homeland amid the unrest in Ukraine.
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.