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Michael Sheen Pens Article On Charity Trip To Guatemala

Actor Michael Sheen has written a newspaper article detailing his recent trip to centres for victims of sexual abuse in Guatemala.The Masters of Sex star flew to the country in his role as a United...

Nicole Scherzinger Visits Impoverished Filipino Families

Pop star Nicole Scherzinger has thrown her support behind the United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef) by visiting impoverished families in the Philippines.The former Pussycat Dolls star, who is of Filipino heritage, posted pictures on Instagram.com...

David Beckham And Robbie Williams Launch Child Safety Campaign

Soccer icon David Beckham has teamed up with British pop star Robbie Williams to launch a new campaign aimed at protecting children from violence.The former sportsman and the Angels hitmaker are promoting the United Nations...

David Beckham Joins Ebola Awareness Campaign

David Beckham has signed up as the face of a new campaign highlighting the danger of the Ebola outbreak in a bid to stop the spread of the deadly disease.The retired soccer star, who is...

Olivia Wilde Gets On Her Bike For Charity

Olivia Wilde co-hosted an indoor charity cycle event in New York City on Friday (19Sep14).The Tron: Legacy actress teamed up with her colleague Barbara Burchfield, the co-founder of Wilde's Conscious Commerce charity website, to launch...

German Actor Joachim Fuchsberger Dead At 87

German actor Joachim Fuchsberger has died at the age of 87.Fuchsberger passed away of organ failure on Thursday (11Sep14). He began his acting career in German film Geh mach dein Fensterl auf in...

James Mcavoy Scores In Scottish Charity Soccer Match

Hollywood actor James Mcavoy showed off his sporting skills by playing in a Scottish celebrity soccer match over the weekend (06-07Sep14).The Atonement star joined a squad for the game at the Celtic Park stadium in...

Ewan Mcgregor Calls On World To Save South Sudan Children

Actor Ewan Mcgregor fears South Sudan is on the brink of a massive famine, with the lives of thousands of children at risk.The region gained independence from Sudan three years ago this week (ends11Jul14) but...

Robbie Williams Pulls Out Of Soccer Aid Match

Former Take That star Robbie Williams has pulled out of playing in this weekend's (07-08Jun14) Soccer Aid celebrity match in Manchester, England due to a back injury.The Angels hitmaker, who was among those who first...

J.j. Abrams Raffles Off Stars Wars Cameo For Charity

Filmmaker J.J. Abrams is throwing his support behind a global charity by raffling off a cameo role in Star Wars: Episode Vii.Organisers behind the Star Wars: Force for Change campaign have joined forces with the...

Katy Perry Is Newest Unicef Ambassador

Katy Perry has become the latest celebrity to join forces with the United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef) as a goodwill ambassador.The Roar hitmaker announced her new philanthropic role on Tuesday (03Dec13), citing her recent trip...

Rihanna Donates $100,000 To Philippines Relief Effort

Rihanna has pledged $100,000 (£61,656) to help the victims of the deadly typhoon which battered the Philippines earlier this month (Nov13).The Diamonds hitmaker is the latest celebrity to contribute to the relief effort as aid...

Harry Styles Unwashed Shirt Sells For Thousands

An unwashed Burberry shirt worn by pop star Harry Styles has fetched $4,845 (£3,230) at a charity auction.The $293 (£195) leopard-print top, which the One Direction hitmaker wore while attending Burberry's presentation during London Fashion...

Lily Allen Suffers Allergic Reaction To Halloween Costume

Pop star Lily Allen has suffered an allergic reaction to the green alien body paint she donned at a Halloween charity event in London on Thursday (31Oct13).The Smile hitmaker, who has been on hiatus since...

Harry Styles' Unwashed Shirt To Hit Auction Block

An unwashed Burberry shirt worn by pop star Harry Styles is set to hit the charity auction block later this month (Nov13).The $293 (£195) leopard-print top, which the One Direction hitmaker wore while attending Burberry's...

Pianist Lang Lang Receives Highest Un Honour

Acclaimed Chinese pianist Lang Lang has been given a special role by officials at the United Nations (Un) in a bid to help educate youngsters around the world.The classical superstar is now a messenger of...

Ewan Mcgregor To Host Unicef Halloween Ball

Hollywood actor Ewan Mcgregor is set to host a moneyspinning event for the United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef) to raise cash for youngsters in Syria.The actor will be teaming up with stars including singer Robbie...

Janet Jackson Is New Unicef Campaigner

Janet Jackson has signed up as the face of a new campaign for the United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef) to help stamp out starvation in Africa.The pop superstar has filmed a new public service announcement...

Tom Hiddleston Suffered Caffeine Withdrawal On Poverty Challenge

British actor Tom Hiddleston suffered crippling headaches during his poverty awareness challenge as he was forced to battle his addiction to caffeine.The Thor star spent a week surviving on just $1.50 (£0.93) a day...

Ewan Mcgregor Supporting Mass Anti-hunger Protest In London

Ewan Mcgregor has urged his fans to join in a mass demonstration against world hunger in London in June (13).The Trainspotting star is backing Unicef's new drive, which will take place in the U.K. capital's...

Katy Perry Makes Charity Trip To Madagascar

Pop star Katy Perry embarked on a charity visit to Madagascar last week (ends07Apr13) to help raise awareness of humanitarian issues in the country.The California Gurls hitmaker made her first trip on behalf of the...

Tom Hiddleston Takes On Poverty Challenge

British actor Tom Hiddleston has vowed to live on just $1.50 (£0.93) a day for one week to support a United Nations (U.N.)Children's Fund (Unicef) campaign in aid of starving children.The Thor star has taken...

Stars Back Ewan Mcgregor's Unicef Campaign

Sir Roger Moore, Mia Farrow and Tom Hiddleston are among the stars who have taken up Ewan Mcgregor's call for action to help save the lives of Syrian children.The Trainspotting star filmed a poignant new...

Heidi Klum Comforts Baby On Haiti Trip

Supermodel Heidi Klum spent hours nursing a distressed baby during a visit to a hospital in earthquake-ravaged Haiti.The mother-of-four travelled to the Caribbean republic late last year (12) as part of a humanitarian trip with...

Roger Moore Lands Top Unicef Award

Sir Roger Moore was honoured with Unicef's inaugural U.K. Lifetime Achievement Award on Thursday (01Nov12) in recognition of his 20-year tenure as a goodwill ambassador for the organisation.The James Bond legend has worked tirelessly for...

Chloe Grace Moretz Trick Or Treating For Unicef

Actress Chloe Grace Moretz is putting her Halloween to good use this year (12) after signing up as the Unicef Trick or Treat Ambassador.The Hugo star is fronting the United Nations Children's Fund's annual campaign,...

Bond Producer Keen To Get Her Hands On Daniel Craig's Swimming Trunks

Bond movie fans bidding for Daniel Craig's CASINO ROYALE swimming trunks at an upcoming memorabilia auction could find themselves up against producer Barbara Broccoli.The movie mogul, who took over the 007 film franchise from her...

Justin Bieber & Selena Gomez Face Off For J-14 Teen Icon Awards

Pop couple Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift are all set for a Halloween to remember after leading all nominees for the 2012 J-14 Teen Icon magazine awards.Announced on Thursday (13Sep12), Bieber leads...

Daniel Craig Up For More James Bond Movies - Report

Daniel Craig is set to become the third longest-serving James Bond after signing on to play 007 in another two blockbusters.The British actor has already agreed to make one more Bond movie after upcoming film...

David Beckham Heading To Downing Street For Child Malnutrition Meeting

Soccer ace David Beckham is preparing to meet with British Prime Minister David Cameron on Thursday (26Jul12) to discuss how to combat child malnutrition.The athlete, who is a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Children's...

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