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Stars and Penguin Scientists Voyage to the Antarctic with Greenpeace Jan 27, 2020

Award-winning actors and marine scientists are onboard two Greenpeace ships; the Esperanza, and the Arctic Sunrise, to research and expose the impact of climate change, plastic pollution, and industrial fishing in the Antarctic region on penguin colonies, whales, and other marine life. More →

Jenna Ortega Kicks Off DoSomething.org's 2020 Teens for Jeans Campaign Jan 27, 2020

Almost 40% of people experiencing homelessness in the United States are under 181. One item they commonly request in homeless shelters is a pair of jeans. Why? Jeans are comfortable in any season and can be worn multiple times between washes. Plus, for a teenager without many belongings, wearing a pair of jeans can provide a sense of security. More →

Stars Support Humane Society International’s Animal Rescue Mission on Australia's Kangaroo Island Jan 24, 2020

A host of celebrities are urging their fans to support animal charity Humane Society International's animal search and rescue for wildlife survivors on Australia’s fire-ravaged Kangaroo Island. More →

Renee Zellweger to be Honored at An Unforgettable Evening Benefiting the Women's Cancer Research Fund Jan 24, 2020

This year, actress Renee Zellweger will receive the 2020 Courage Award for her charitable contributions and philanthropic efforts throughout her career, including her support of breast cancer research and awareness. More →

Dolly Parton To Perform For The Gift of Music Concert Jan 24, 2020

The Dustin J. Wells Foundation’s The Gift of Music concert to benefit the W.O. Smith Music School and the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation announces Dolly Parton, Lee Greenwood, Lonestar, Collin Raye, T.G. Sheppard, Drew Baldridge, Abby Anderson, Artimus Pyle Band, Eric Lee Beddingfield, Red Mountain Bluegrass Band, Brad and Maisy Stella, Taylon Hope, and Scott Bass will take the stage of the historic Ryman Auditorium on January 30, 2020 at 7pm. More →

Steven Tyler To Present His Third Annual GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party to Benefit Janie's Fund Jan 23, 2020

On Sunday, Jan 26, iconic music legend and humanitarian Steven Tyler will present his third GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party to benefit Janie's Fund, presented by Live Nation, at Raleigh Studios in Hollywood. More →

SAG-AFTRA Foundation Announces $250,000 Matching Gift from Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg Jan 23, 2020

At the 26th Annual SAG Awards, SAG-AFTRA Foundation President Courtney B. Vance announced industry leaders and philanthropists, Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg, committed to give a $250,000 matching donation to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation in response to Vance’s call to raise an additional $1.5 million for the national nonprofit. More →

Gloria Gaynor To Perform At amfAR's Mexico City Dinner Jan 23, 2020

amfAR will host its second annual amfAR Mexico City Dinner on Tuesday, February 4. More →

Stars Attend SAG Awards Post-Awards Gala hosted by PEOPLE Jan 22, 2020

On Sunday, January 19, Meredith Corporation’s PEOPLE hosted the official Screen Actors Guild Awards Post Awards Gala immediately following the 26th Annual SAG Awards in Los Angeles on a transformed Shrine Auditorium stage. This is the 24th year that PEOPLE has hosted the Gala, which honors the charitable endeavors of actors in their communities. More →

Jason Mraz Honored with the Music for Life Award at The 2020 NAMM Show Jan 22, 2020

At the opening Breakfast of Champions session of The 2020 NAMM Show, singer-songwriter, two-time GRAMMY Award winner and Songwriters Hall of Fame honoree Jason Mraz was presented with the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) “Music for Life” award. More →

All-Star Cast to Read Audiobook to Commemorate the ACLU's 100-Year Anniversary Jan 22, 2020

A star-studded cast including Sir Patrick Stewart, Samuel L. Jackson, Lucy Liu, Zachary Quinto, Michael C. Hall, Tony Shalhoub, Matt Bomer, Billy Porter, Judith Light and more will lend their voices to the audiobook edition of FIGHT OF THE CENTURY, a brand-new anthology curated by award-winning authors Michael Chabon and Ayelet Waldman in collaboration with the American Civil Liberties Union to mark its 100-year anniversary. More →

Brad Paisley Makes Surprise Appearance, Performs at Country Cares for St. Jude Kids Jan 21, 2020

Critically acclaimed singer, songwriter and longtime St. Jude supporter Brad Paisley made a surprise appearance on Saturday night in front of more than 800 country music industry attendees – including radio personalities, artists, executives, label representatives and media ­– at the St. Jude Country Cares Seminar. More →

Celebrities Celebrate Wild Animal Circus Ban in England Jan 21, 2020

A ban on the use of wild animals in travelling circuses finally came into force in England on Monday, 20 January 2020. More →

Denzel Washington to Speak at International Leadership Summit Jan 21, 2020

Two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington will lend his talents and expertise to T.D. Jakes’ International Leadership Summit this spring, a conference for visionaries, entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, pastors and leaders from all over the world, looking to expand their personal sphere of influence and sharpen their skills. More →

Lady Antebellum Honored With Angels Among Us Award by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Jan 20, 2020

During the celebration of the 31st year of Country Cares for St. Jude Kids, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital announced seven-time Grammy winning trio Lady Antebellum as the 2020 recipients of the prestigious Randy Owen Angels Among Us Award. More →

Ryan Murphy To Be Honored With The Vito Russo Award At The 31st Annual GLAAD Media Awards In New York Jan 20, 2020

GLAAD, the world’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, today announced that it will honor award-winning screenwriter, producer, and director Ryan Murphy with the Vito Russo Award at the 31st Annual GLAAD Media Awards at the Hilton Midtown in New York on Thursday, March 19. More →

Cara Buono to Host The ADAPT Leadership Awards on March 12 Jan 20, 2020

Edward R. Matthews, CEO of ADAPT Community Network, announced its 2020 ADAPT Leadership Awards Gala to take place on Thursday, March 12th, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. More →

Oscar-winners, Shaun the Sheep creators, and Greenpeace Launch Heartbreaking New Animated Oceans Film Jan 17, 2020

Aardman Animations and Greenpeace UK have released a new video to highlight the plight of the oceans, starring Stranger Things’ David Harbour and Game of Thrones’ Bella Ramsey, as well as Oscar-winners Olivia Colman and Helen Mirren. More →

Jane Seymour's Open Hearts Foundation Celebrates 10 Years of Serving With an Open Heart Jan 17, 2020

The Open Hearts Foundation will host its 2020 Gala and Benefactor weekend at the SLS Hotel Beverly Hills on Saturday, February 15th, with CNN New Day weekend anchor Christi Paul, serving as the evening’s Master of Ceremonies. More →

Stars To Attend 2020 HeartShare Spring Gala Jan 16, 2020

William R. Guarinello, President and Chief Executive Officer, HeartShare Human Services of New York, announced the co-hosts and honorary co-chairs for the 2020 HeartShare Spring Gala, the nonprofit’s largest annual fundraiser, to take place on Thursday, March 19, at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City. More →

Stranger Things' Caleb McLaughlin and The Masked Singer's Ken Jeong Support Crucial Catch Campaign Jan 16, 2020

The American Cancer Society (ACS), through its National Football League (NFL) Crucial Catch partnership, has announced that one lucky fan will have the opportunity to meet The Masked Singer’s Ken Jeong and watch the Super Bowl LIV with Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin during a VIP weekend experience of a lifetime in Miami, the host city of this year’s game. More →

Pitbull to Perform at Steven Tyler’s GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party Benefiting Janie's Fund Jan 15, 2020

Iconic music legend and humanitarian Steven Tyler announced that the GRAMMY winning independent global superstar, education advocate and entrepreneur Pitbull will perform at Tyler’s third annual Janie's Fund GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party presented by Live Nation, on Sunday, Jan. 26 at Raleigh Studios in Hollywood. More →

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation to Launch Inaugural Reeve Summit 2020 Jan 15, 2020

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation has announced its first-ever Reeve Summit 2020: Where Care, Cure and Community Connect from February 26-28, 2020, at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C. More →

Stars Announced For Aerosmith's MusiCares Person Of The Year Show Jan 14, 2020

Aerosmith will be honoured as MusiCares Person of the Year at a star-studded show in Los Angeles on January 24. More →

Cameo Joins Global Support for Bushfire Victims in Australia Jan 14, 2020

Cameo, a platform enabling fans to purchase personalized videos from their favorite pop culture personalities, announced today that Cameo and their participating talent will donate a portion of their proceeds to benefit wildlife affected by bushfires in Australia. More →

Liam Neeson Visits Brazil-Venezuela Border Jan 13, 2020

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Liam Neeson joined UNICEF in urging the international community to increase its support to refugee and migrant children from Venezuela in need of assistance across Latin America and the Caribbean. More →

Star-Studded Gold Meets Golden Event Benefits Angel City Sports Jan 13, 2020

The 7th Annual Gold Meets Golden hosted a special brunch at the Virginia Robinson Gardens on Saturday, January 4th. More →

GLAAD Announces Nominees for the 31st Annual GLAAD Media Awards Jan 10, 2020

GLAAD, the world’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, announced today the nominees for the 31st Annual GLAAD Media Awards. More →

JR Martinez to Speak at 2nd Annual Tackle the Challenge Luncheon Jan 9, 2020

Achieve announced today that J.R. Martinez will be the motivational speaker for the 2nd Annual Tackle the Challenge luncheon to be held Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at the Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas. More →

Your Chance To Meet Willie Nelson and See Him Perform at His Texas Ranch Jan 9, 2020

Is Willie Nelson's music always on your mind? Then you’ll love this! Here is a chance for you and a friend to meet Willie at his Texas ranch and go to Luck Reunion, the intimate music festival he hosts there each year. More →