Celebrities are speaking out about the protests happening after the tragic death of George Floyd, a 46-year-old Minneapolis man who died after a police officer held him down by the neck with his knee for more than seven minutes.
11.05.2020 - 19:06 / variety.com
By Todd Spangler
NY Digital Editor
Facebook has bumped up the star wattage for this week’s livestreaming “#Graduation2020” virtual commencement festivities.
The social giant announced more than 70 stars — including Selena Gomez, Cardi B, Usher, Matthew McConaughey and TikTok influencer Dixie D’Amelio — will be joining its “#Graduation2020: Facebook and Instagram Celebrate the Class of 2020,” a multihour livestreaming event on May 15 starting at 11 a.m. PT.
Facebook’s “#Graduation 2020” will
Celebrities are speaking out about the protests happening after the tragic death of George Floyd, a 46-year-old Minneapolis man who died after a police officer held him down by the neck with his knee for more than seven minutes.
Chrissy Teigen took a joyride on Wednesday (May 28) with the help of the perfect soundtrack: Selena Gomez's "Boyfriend" and "Souvenir."
Rihanna fans are falling for her take of a Selena Gomez song. Pop Crave reportedly leaked Rihanna’s demo of “Same Old Love,” a song that the 32-year-old singer was thinking about releasing on her own.
Selena Gomez's iconic 2015 song "Same Old Love" was almost Rihanna's—and audio released today showcases what the song would've sounded like had RiRi taken it for her album. The demo surfaced on YouTube this afternoon and PopCrave featured the audio on its site.
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.
Selena Gomez shared an uplifting message as she celebrated graduating students from immigrant families in a virtual celebration for the Class of 2020.
Selena Gomez has a message for graduating students from immigrant families.
Selena Gomez has a message for graduating students from immigrant families.
Selena Gomez, 27, teamed up with Instagram’s #TakeABreak series on May 19 and gave fans an inside look into how she’s staying mentally healthy and busy while at home in quarantine. The singer filmed a video for Instagram’s official account and in it, she took the camera on a tour of where she’s been spending her time in these days of self isolation and discussed how important it is to take care yourself.
Cardi B , Bad Bunny and Selena Gomez has special words of encouragement for the Graduating Class of 2020. The three musicians recorded messages for the Facebook and Instagram Live virtual graduation ceremony.
Selena Gomez is congratulating the class of 2020!