Strictly's Iveta Lukosiute issues urgent plea over Ukraine crisis

claims she "snubbed" Kate Middleton. A clip has gone viral of the Duchess of Sussex trying to joke with a politician in the Caribbean - only to be, according to some Twitter users, ignored.

The next step. Maks Chmerkovskiy shared an update on how he’s helping those in need during the war in Ukraine after he returned overseas.

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 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.

Editors note: Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has had tragic consequences for the Ukrainian people, and the wider ramifications of the conflict are only beginning to be understood. As the West imposes economic sanctions on Russia, the country is facing a period of isolation unseen since the Cold War. Deadline invited one high-profile Russian producer to pen a column discussing their perspective on the situation. At their request they are being kept anonymous for fear of reprisal from Putin’s government as it cracks down on free speech.

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Dolly Parton may have dazzled as host of the recent ACM Awards but there was something weighing heavily on her mind which she's since opened up about. On the night of the country music ceremony, Dolly took a moment to think about the people of Ukraine and send prayers to the citizens of the war-stricken country. MORE: Inside Dolly Parton's 56 year marriage to husband she met when she was 18During a virtual appearance on the UK's The One Show, Dolly explained why she felt she had to cast light on it and shift the focus to a more serious one. WATCH: Dolly Parton makes heartfelt confession about hosting ACM Awards "Well," she said. "I felt that it was not only important but urgent to do it because there's so much grief and so much sorrow.

Catherine Zeta-Jones is not only a Hollywood star, but she's also a noted humanitarian and has been raising the plight of the Ukrainian people.SEE: Catherine Zeta-Jones films in jaw-dropping garden - and it's paradiseAnd during International Women's Day, the Entrapment star used her post to highlight the issues faced by Ukrainian women. She shared three photos, two of refugee women fleeing the country, one of whom camped outside in the dark cradling her young girl, and another escaping on a bus.

Helen George has encouraged her followers to help the women in Ukraine amid Russia's invasion. In honour of International Women's Day on Tuesday, the Call the Midwife star urged her followers to donate to charity Disasters Emergency Committee.MORE: Royal fans notice hidden message inside the Queen's home in latest photographsThe DEC brings together "15 leading UK aid charities, raising funds to quickly and effectively respond to overseas disasters".WATCH: 5 ways to help in the Ukranian crisisAlongside website details, Helen wrote: "On international Women’s Day, let's do something worthwhile for some women who really need our help.

Lorraine Kelly has watched the devastating crisis unfold in Ukraine. The presenter has been interviewing refugees and heard stories of bravery and sadness.

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Pasha Kovalev has opened up about the conflict currently in Ukraine, and branded the war as “too close to home”. Pasha, who hails from Russia but moved to the UK in 2011, took to social media on Thursday 3 March to encourage his 46,000 Instagram followers to “come together and make a difference through art”. Pasha, 42, and his Russian dance partner Anya Garnis created a new show named Rising Up With The Arts in the wake of the pandemic's detrimental effects on the entertainment industry, as theatres doors were closed for months on end.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse has been left horrified by clips of people being racially discriminated against at the Ukraine border.MORE: Strictly's Motsi Mabuse inundated with support after heartbreaking messageEarlier this week, heartbreaking footage showing African and Caribbean students being denied permission to cross over into Poland for safety went viral amid Russian's invasion of Ukraine.WATCH: Loose Women makes history with an all-black panelMotsi, who comes from South Africa and whose husband is Ukrainian, uploaded a video on social media showing black students trying to move close to the Polish border.MORE: Dan Walker forced to apologise after 'difficult' BBC Breakfast coverageDONATE NOW: What can you do to help Ukraine?"We're still stranded, we haven't eaten, no rest, we were just in the cold for six hours outside," the woman in the video is heard saying. "We've been begging, pushing, dragging, it's been so traumatic just to get into the border and we’re not able to get there."In the caption, Motsi expressed her disgust and said: "This is happening!!!! Can we talk about this!!!!!! Saving people according to their skin color!!!!! #AfricansinUkraine." [sic]A post shared by Motsi Mabuse (@motsimabuse)Motsi's husband is from UkraineThe tweet comes as Loose Women's Charlene White touched upon the subject on Tuesday's show.

Strictly Come Dancing's Janette Manrara has taken to Instagram to share her sadness at the current situation in Ukraine.MORE: Janette Manrara in tears during second wedding with Strictly's Aljaz Skorjanec – exclusiveTaking to her Stories, the professional dancer shared a statement in which she revealed her "thoughts and prayers" are with the country, which has been invaded by Russia.WATCH: Janette Manrara shares bittersweet story behind her career move from dancing to presenting"Although I am truly grateful for things in my life, there is still so much sadness in my heart knowing that there is so much hate and violence in the world right now. There are no words...

Molly-Mae Hague has admitted she "feels guilty" posting about her luxury trip during the crisis in Ukraine. The 22 year old influencer has even moved to ask whether or not she should QUIT Instagram.

Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague asked fans for permission whether or not she should about her holiday on social media amid the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.

Strictly Come Dancing former pro dancer James Jordan entered into a tense back and forth on Twitter with head judge Shirley Ballas over claims that past and present Russian dancers haven't shown enough support for Ukraine, which is currently being invaded by Russia under President Vladimir Putin's orders. Following 43 year old James's angry rant on what he perceived past colleagues to have done to help in the crisis, Shirley couldn't let his comments slide by, in a row that comes amid controversy over former dancer Kristina Rihanoff's comments about Russia and Ukraine.