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Melissa Joan Hart and her family are doing what they can to make a difference in people's lives.The actress and her husband, Mark Wilkerson, celebrated their 20th anniversary by traveling to Zambia with their three sons -- Mason, 17, Braydon, 15, and Tucker, 10 — to give back and help out.«I think this is so important for our boys to see that there are other parts of the world that are struggling, other parts of the world that are able to be developed and enriched,» Hart shared in an exclusive with ET from Zambia, «and that we can do so much good with our time, our energy, our money to be able to help out people in need.»«It's better to give than to receive, and I think we saw that this week,» she added, with a smile.Hart's family — in collaboration with the nonprofit charity organization World Vision — traveled to Zambia once again, after previously going in August 2019, and they were stunned by how much had changed for the better.«This is our second trip to Zambia and we've just seen such a difference between four years ago and now,» she shared. «We donated a well, and now we were able to see that well in progress and now they have clean water to cook and clean and just take care of their family.»A post shared by Melissa Joan Hart (@melissajoanhart)ET was invited in 2019 to join Hart and her family for their first trip to Zambia, and the actress explained at the time why she wants to share her experiences with the world.«What's been great about this trip is with World Vision, we've been able to go out and help so many.

Jerry O'Connell jumped into action. Now, the actor is reflecting on the frightening moment.O'Connell and wife Rebecca Romijn were on a picket line, participating in the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, in Los Angeles on Wednesday, and spoke with ET's Will Marfuggi about how he helped out when a food truck caught on fire in Malibu, California, on Sunday.«I wasn't scared at all right?» O'Connell playfully asked Romijn.«No, he wasn't super scared.

Taylor Swift have flooded a GoFundMe page in memory of a late concertgoer, who was reportedly killed on his way home from the pop star's Friday concert in Houston, Texas. According to local Houston NBC and Fox affiliates, 20-year-old Jacob Charles Lewis was struck by a suspected drunken driver in the early hours of Saturday morning after his car broke down on the Southwest Freeway. He had reportedly attended Swift's show earlier that evening with his sister, April Bancroft. Swift's fans have taken to the fundraising campaign in his honor, with many donating contributions of $13 — a nod to Swift's lucky number — and dropping lyrics from Swift's songs in the comments.

Jeremy Renner continues to recover from his horrific snowplow accident, the actor is sharing the first official look at his upcoming Disney+ original series,, which sees him and a team of builders turning decommissioned vehicles into one-of-a-kind creations that will serve communities around the world.«I’ve been on this journey for many years, and I started in my community by building vehicles for people in need. But a few years ago, I thought, how can I plus this up and create a bigger impact on a whole community — and that’s what this show does,» Renner said of the series, which was filmed prior to his accident. He added, «This is one of my biggest passions and it’s a driving force in my recovery, and I can’t wait for the world to see it.»Set to debut on the streaming platform on April 12, the four-part renovation show will follow Renner as well as his best friend and business partner, Rory Millikin, as they travel the globe to turn a tour bus into a mobile music studio, a delivery truck into a mobile water treatment facility, a shuttle bus into a mobile recreation center and a city bus into a mobile dance studio. The two will be joined by an all-star building crew as well as celebrity friends, including Anthony Mackie, Vanessa Hudgens, Anil Kapoor and Sebastián Yatra as they come together to change the lives of those residing in the United States, Mexico and India. Prior to the trailer's debut, Renner has been teasing since it was first announced in February by posting behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram.«As soon as I’m back on my feet, we are coming to YOU, all across the globe… I hope you’re ready !!!» he captioned one photo, while acknowledging his fans' continued support in another.

Julia Roberts to Lori Harvey to Meryl Streep stepped out for the Albie Awards at the New York Public Library, which was put on by George and Amal's Clooney Foundation for Justice.The event, which was named after Justice Albie Sachs, who worked to end apartheid in South Africa, honored courageous defenders of justice who are at great risk for what they do.At Thursday's inaugural ceremony, those being recognized include Sachs with a lifetime achievement award; Maria Ressa with the Justice For Journalists award; iAct, an organization that supports survivors of genocide in refugee camps, with the Justice For Survivors award; Belarusian human rights group Viasna with the Justice For Democracy Defenders award; and Dr. Josephine Kulea of the Samburu Girls Foundation, a Kenyan-based organization, with the Justice For Women award.«We believe that justice must be waged -- it doesn’t just happen.

Bill Gates and his ex-wife, Melinda French Gates, are showing their dedication to philanthropy. The former couple proved this week that they are still committed to working together to make a positive change in the world.Bill and Melinda — who finalized their high-profile divorce in August 2021 — came together at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation's 2022 Goalkeepers event in New York City on Tuesday and Wednesday, which was held in person for the first time after a two-year hiatus amid the pandemic.The pair both attended the Goalkeepers 2022 Global Goals Awards ceremony and posed alongside the honorees — which included a climate change activist, a journalist, a nonprofit organizer and the president of the European Commission.Melinda spoke with ahead of the event and addressed how she and her ex-husband are still working in collaboration on their foundation and its many efforts.«We met for the first time with our board of trustees last week in person,» Melinda shared.

Cardi B is giving back to her community! On Tuesday, the 29-year-old rapper first teased her charitable day on her Instagram Stories, saying in a video, «I hope today's not a tearjerker day for me.»NBC New York reporter Kay Angrum later shared a video of Cardi surprising the students and staff at I.S. 232, her former middle school in the Bronx, New York, by donating $100,000. She made the appearance wearing an all-red dress and waving to the crowd in the auditorium as everyone cheered.

Jason Momoa has a new look a call to action. The 43-year-old actor chopped off his signature long locks over the weekend in favor of a dramatic new buzz cut, sharing the moment on Instagram.«Oh, man,» he winces in the video, running his fingers along the side of his freshly-shaved head. «I've never even felt the wind right there.»Momoa holds his shorn braids up to the camera and explains why he's switching up his style. «Shaving off the hair,» he declares.

Vanessa Bryant is paying it forward to a cause near and dear to her late husband, Kobe Bryant, and their late daughter, Gianna Bryant. Vanessa and co-plaintiff Christopher Chester — who lost his wife, Sarah, and 13-year-old daughter, Payton, in the same helicopter crash that killed Kobe and 13-year-old Gianna -- were seeking millions of dollars in damages for emotional distress after gruesome photos of the victims' bodies were leaked and taken by officers at the site of the fatal January 2020 crash. On Wednesday, a jury ordered Los Angeles County to pay $31 million to Vanessa and Christopher, according to multiple reports. The jury awarded $16 million to Vanessa and $15 million to Christopher.Per Vanessa's lawyer, Luis Li, revealed that Vanessa plans to give an unspecified amount of the verdict award to the Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation, a nonprofit that continues Kobe and Gianna's legacies by offering opportunities to underprivileged young athletes.«From the beginning, Vanessa Bryant has sought only accountability, but our legal system does not permit her to force better policies, more training or officer discipline,» Luis said in a statement to the outlet. «Those measures are the responsibility of the sheriff's and fire departments — responsibilities that Mrs.

Blac Chyna settled her "revenge porn" lawsuit against Rob Kardashian on Monday, she was performing charity by helping to hand out food to those in need. In a pair of videos posted to her Instagram story, Blac Chyna can be seen on a street in what appears to be Los Angeles, handing out pre-packaged meals and water bottles from a cooler.In one post, Blac Chyna smiles and waves for the camera, while in the other she can be seen distributing food and drink to men and women walking up to her group from tents and temporary shelters on the sidewalk.The charitable efforts come just a few hours after she and her ex — who share 5-year-old daughter Dream Kardashian -- reached a settlement shortly ahead of the scheduled start of jury selection on Monday.The terms of the settlement remain unclear. ET has reached out to lawyers for Kardashian and Chyna for comment.For more on the lawsuit and eventual settlement, check out the video below.

LeBron James has big plans for his hometown of Akron, Ohio. On Tuesday, the LeBron James Family Foundation announced plans to open up the I Promise HealthQuarters, a multimillion-dollar facility that will offer medical, dental and optometry services, as well as physical and recreational activities to students from James' I Promise School and the local community. «It takes a village to help raise a kid and make a true difference! Love my kids and their families!» the Los Angeles Lakers forward tweeted, as he shared news about the announcement. The community health and wellness center is set to open in 2023 and will be within walking distance from the I Promise School and across from House Three Thirty, a hub that helps with job training and financial literacy.

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.

Caitlin McHugh Stamos is pressing play on giving back!ET can exclusively announce that the 35-year-old actress is channeling her passion for philanthropy into a podcast, aptly titled,, launching March 28.“It's all about how I can help, and how my listeners can help, some incredible people who are making a positive impact on the world,” she explains. Proving it’s truly a project rooted in generosity, Caitlin reveals, “100 percent of the proceeds from the podcast go back to the nonprofits that I interview.”The structure of the show is unique.

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.

Cardi B is stepping up to help those in her hometown. The 29-year-old rapper, who is from the Bronx, a New York City borough, is paying for the funeral and burial costs of those who died after a fire ignited in an apartment building.

Gary Sinise is doing what he can to bring some holiday cheer to the children and families of military heroes.

Dwayne «The Rock» Johnson gave back to one lucky fan! The 49-year-old star surprised a special audience member at a viewing of his new action movie. Oscar Rodriguez, a Navy veteran, was shocked when Johnson walked into the theater at the screening and surprised him by calling him to the front of the theater. «Your story really moved me because I heard that you're a personal trainer, you're always keeping it positive and motivational and optimistic,» Johnson told Rodriguez.

Pharrell Williams is making a difference.

Oprah Winfrey.ET's Thando Dlomo spoke with Hutchins — as well as his friend and business partner Charlie Rocket — and Dlomo had a very special surprise for the celebrated artist during their zoom chat.«Richard, I have somebody who would love to meet you, who honestly has been so inspired and so excited by all that you've been doing, just like the rest of the world,» Dlomo said, as Winfrey walked into the room behind her, leaving Hutchins and Rocket absolutely astounded.«It's my pleasure to meet

Oprah Winfrey.ET's Thando Dlomo spoke with Hutchins — as well as his friend and business partner Charlie Rocket — and Dlomo had a very special surprise for the celebrated artist during their zoom chat.«Richard, I have somebody who would love to meet you, who honestly has been so inspired and so excited by all that you've been doing, just like the rest of the world,» Dlomo said, as Winfrey walked into the room behind her, leaving Hutchins and Rocket absolutely astounded.«It's my pleasure to meet

Robert Pattinson, Lily Collins and Ewan McGregor are teaming up for a good cause. On Friday, GO Campaign, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of orphans and vulnerable children around the world, announced that the actors, who are all GO Ambassadors, are actively raising funds for direct relief to people throughout India during the worsening coronavirus crisis.The Covid Relief Fund will provide assistance through providing PPE, oximeters, food to families in need, daily health

Kanye West is showing his support for DMX's family. A source tells ET that less than 24 hours after Kanye, 43, enlisted Balenciaga to team up with his Yeezy brand and produce a DMX tribute shirt, they raised $1 million for the late rapper's family. The shirt has now sold out.DMX died on April 9, days after he was rushed to the hospital following a heart attack.

is reuniting for a good cause.

Shaquille O'Neal is just trying to make people smile. The former NBA star was caught on camera helping pay for a young man's engagement ring while shopping at Zales.«So I was in Zales looking for some hoop earrings,» O'Neal, who has his own line at the jewelry store, told the panel on .

The Weeknd is doing his part to combat starvation.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are championing women across the globe.In celebration of Women's History Month in March, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex actively participated in various campaign events through their non-profit organization, Archewell, which works to create an impact-driven global community.On March 16, for example, 39-year-old Meghan sent personalized notes of encouragement to a number of women who received support from Smart Works.

Jimmy Fallon decided to make his own pizza after being inspired by Stanley Tucci's new travel food show, But Jimmy Kimmel wasn't about to let his fellow late-night host declare he'd made the «best pizza ever.» In an effort to raise money for No Kid Hungry with some friendly competition, Kimmel decided to give his own tutorial on making a pizza. «I cannot in good conscience stand by silently,» Kimmel captioned the video.

Alex Trebek's daughter, Nicky Trebek, is carrying on her father's legacy of graciousness and giving.

coronavirus pandemic, some stars are putting in the effort to make a difference.

Alex Trebek's 31-year-old son, Matthew, is revealing the one clothing item he kept to remember his late father. While speaking to ET's Denny Directo via Zoom on Wednesday, Matthew opened up about some of the special items worn by his dad, who died in November after a battle with cancer.«I kept a tie that my mom had given my dad. As far as clothing goes, that was probably the most important item,» Matthew said.

Taylor Swift and her mom, Andrea Swift, are giving back to a family in need.

Michael Strahan on Friday's. «I said to my wife as I went on, 'If I do OK here, anything that I get, let's give it to charity.

Alex Trebek's son, Matthew, is honoring his father's memory in a way that helps those in need.

Taylor Swift is celebrating a fan's sweet project. On Friday's episode of , Emerson Weber, an 11-year-old girl from South Dakota, appears with her dad, Hugh Weber, and reveals that she received a letter from Taylor herself.The whole thing started back in May, when Hugh's Twitter thread about Emerson went viral.

The Weeknd is giving back. In honor of Black History Month, the 30-year-old singer teamed up with Postmates to donate 150 meals to healthcare workers in Tampa, Florida.The location of the donation is a nod to The Weeknd's Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show performance, which is set to take place Sunday in Tampa.

Tyler Perry will be recognized yet again at a prestigious awards show.