Dino-Ray Ramos Associate Editor/ReporterThe 2020 ESPYS aired on Sunday and it may have looked like a different ceremony this year, but it still delivered awards show flair, celebrating the best in sports.
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Alison Hammond broke down in tears on Tuesday's This Morning as she discussed the Black Lives Matter movement.The hit ITV daytime show dedicated part of the programme to the Black Out Tuesday campaign, which has seen millions of people mute their social media platforms following the senseless killing of George Floyd in Minnesota last week.
Show hosts Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby spoke to their 45 year old colleague Alison, who powerfully spoke about how the death of George, and the
.Dino-Ray Ramos Associate Editor/ReporterThe 2020 ESPYS aired on Sunday and it may have looked like a different ceremony this year, but it still delivered awards show flair, celebrating the best in sports.
Fergie is teaching her son about the importance of fighting for what’s right.
Angelina Jolie is reconsidering her priorities following nine weeks of coronavirus lockdown and the recent Black Lives Matter protests.The actress has focused much of her efforts on international charity work as a Special Envoy to the United NationsHigh Commissioner for Refugees, but recent calls for racial equality back home in the U.S. and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have forced her to rethink what’s important in her life.
Lady Antebellum is changing its band name and apologizing to those who have been hurt by their use of the word antebellum.In an Instagram message on Thursday, the band said that they've been taking the time to learn about injustices, inequality and biases black men and women have faced historically and still face today.
Matthew McConaughey had an open conversation with former NFL star Emmanuel Acho about how he can be a part of the solution amid the Black Lives Matter protests.“How can I do better as a human?” the Oscar winner, 50, asked during the Wednesday, June 10, episode of Uncomfortable Conversations With a Black Man.
After nearly two weeks of silence on her Twitter while Black Lives Matter protests swept the nation, Taylor Swift returned to the platform to advocate for the movement. Some fans applauded her for using her social media to speak out; others were less impressed and wanted more from her, especially since she waited so long to say anything.
Meghan Markle became the first royal to voice her opinion in the matter of protests for George Floyd's death. The Duchess of Sussex has been pro Black Lives Matter campaign ever since it began and a royal expert has recently revealed that she and Prince Harry are gearing up to get more involved in the movement.
Jeff Bezos has reacted to criticism of the company’s support of the Black Lives Matter movement. As thousands around the world push for racial justice, the online retailer posted a statement on its homepage showing its support for equality.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are looking to use their platform to help fight racial inequality and injustice. ET has learned that Meghan and Harry have been talking to community leaders about how they can get more involved in the Black Lives Matter movement. The news comes days after Meghan spoke out about the tragic death of George Floyd in a message to the graduating class of her alma mater, Immaculate Heart High School. «I wasn't sure what I could say to you.
George Floyd and Breonna Taylor and subsequent protests have further ignited a passion in artists inspired to use their music as a sounding board for change. Check below for 10 protest songs that highlight the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement.1. Trey Songz — “2020 Riots: How Many Times” Trey Songz sheds light on the injustices faced by the black community at the hands of police brutality and institutionalized racism on the compelling new single, “2020 Riots: How Many Times.” Songz
Justice Smith has come out as queer. The 24-year-old actor publicly came out on Instagram on Saturday, in a post sharing his experience at a Black Lives Matter protest in New Orleans. Smith called for more inclusion of LGBTQ+ voices in the movement, noting how some demonstrators would «hold their tongue» when he and his partner, Nicholas Ashe, chanted «Black Trans Lives Matter» or «Black Queer Lives Matter.» "@nckash and I protested today in New Orleans.
A few days ago, it was reported that BTS and Big Hit Entertainment were in talks to decide upon an amount to donate towards the Black Lives Matter movement. The K-Pop band decided to step forward and do their bit as people took to the street in the US protesting and demanding justice for George Floyd following his death by the hands of a police officer.
The Get Down star Justice Smith came out as queer in a powerful Instagram post Friday night, also announcing that he's dating 25-year-old Queen Sugar actor Nicholas Ashe, sharing an adorable photo of the couple kissing. "@nckash and I protested today in New Orleans," the 24-year-old actor began.
As people across America, including several celebrities, extend their support to the Black Lives Matter movement, CM Punk took a shot at AJ Styles for not speaking up amid George Floyd protests. As the civil unrest flares in the US cities after the death of Floyd, multiple celebrities have been joining the movement by participating in the peaceful protests by posting messages of solidarity via social media.
Leonardo DiCaprio has also come out in support of the Black Lives Matter Movement that rose to prominence after George Floyd's death at the hands of four policemen. On May 25, George Floyd was arrested by four policemen in Minneapolis for an alleged case of forgery and one of the policemen kneeled down on his neck until he died of breathlessness.
Former X Factor act the LMA Choir has staged a remote performance to “call for a change and create hope” in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
Ashton Kutcher extended his support for the black community and posted an emotional video message defending the ongoing 'Black Lives Matter' movement. The actor took to Instagram and Twitter to share his thoughts about people using ‘All Lives Matter’ instead of ‘Black Lives Matter’ media are missing the point.
Dwayne Johnson has also added himself in the list of celebrities standing in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. After George Floyd was harassed by four policemen and one of them kneeled down on his neck which resulted in his death, protests are raging across the US with millions of people on the streets revolting against the injustice done towards the African-American community.
BTS members RM, Jin, Jimin, Jungkook, V, Suga, and J-Hope have come forward to show their support towards the Black Lives Matter movement. The members issued a unanimous statement condemning the death of George Floyd.