Damon Mcknight
In 2020, Australia experienced devastating bushfires that burned through around 15 million acres of land, destroyed habitats, and claimed the lives of over 20 people and more than 480 million animals. Many celebrities have donated to Australia in light of these events, including Russell Crowe, Chris Hemsworth, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Kylie Minogue, Metallica, Paris Hilton, Elton John, Shawn Mendes, and Lizzo. Some celebrities, such as Margot Robbie, Hugh Jackman, and Naomi Watts, used social media to encourage their followers to donate.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Date | March 2020 |
| Reason | To help fight the Australian fires and support wildlife rescue |
| Celebrities who donated | Russell Crowe, Chris Hemsworth, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Kylie Minogue, Metallica, Paris Hilton, Elton John, Bethenny Frankel, Shawn Mendes, Pink, Kylie Jenner, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ellen DeGeneres, Margot Robbie, Hugh Jackman, Ash Barty, Australian NBA players, Australian DJ Flume, Australian YouTuber Muselk, Sydney billionaire Justin Hemmes, Lizzo, Celeste Barber, Rick Springfield, The Family Guy creator, Seth MacFarlane, Chef and talk show host Ray, Tennis stars Williams, Federer, Rafael Nadal, Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki, Nick Kyrgios, and Stefanos Tsitsipas |
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Donations to combat the Australian bushfires
In 2020, celebrities donated and raised awareness to combat the bushfires in Australia. Many stars, including Russell Crowe, used award shows and social media to emphasise the urgency of the matter and to encourage donations.
Some celebrities donated large sums of money to support Australia. Chris Hemsworth and his family pledged to donate one million dollars to the cause. Elton John also pledged to donate one million dollars to support bushfire relief. Kylie Jenner donated one million dollars following criticism of a social media post showing her wearing fur slippers. Singer P!nk donated $500,000 to Australian fire services, and Kylie Minogue and her family pledged to donate the same amount. Shawn Mendes used his social media platforms to encourage donations to the Australian Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund, the NSW Rural Fire Service, and the South Australian Country Fire Service. Metallica also commented on their Instagram post in support of stopping the bushfires.
Other celebrities took to social media to encourage their followers to donate to the cause. Margot Robbie posted a heartfelt video reminiscing about her childhood in Australia, and Hugh Jackman directed his fans to donate to relief services. Jennifer Aniston read a statement from Russell Crowe at the Golden Globes: "Make no mistake. The tragedy unfolding in Australia is climate change-based. We need to act based on science, move our global workforce to renewable energy, and respect our planet for the unique and amazing place it is."
Some celebrities held fundraisers or auctioned off items to raise money. Celeste Barber raised more than $32 million in just three days with a Facebook fundraiser. Australian YouTuber Muselk helped to raise more than $125,000 in 24 hours. Australian cricket icon Shane Warne auctioned off his baggy green cap, worn throughout his 145-match Test career, to raise money. Tennis stars Williams, Federer, Rafael Nadal, Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki, Nick Kyrgios, and Stefanos Tsitsipas played in a charity match, with all ticket proceeds donated to bushfire relief efforts.
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Donations from athletes
Several athletes set to compete in the 2020 Australian Open participated in a charity match to raise funds for bushfire relief efforts. Tennis stars Serena Williams, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki, Nick Kyrgios, and Stefanos Tsitsipas all played in the Australian Open Rally for Relief. All ticket proceeds from the event were donated to help those affected by the fires. Serena Williams also donated her $43,000 prize money from the ASB Classic tournament in Auckland, New Zealand, to relief efforts.
World number one tennis player Ash Barty donated her prize money from the Brisbane International tournament to the Red Cross Fire appeal.
Australian cricketer Shane Warne raised money for relief efforts by auctioning off his baggy green cap, worn throughout his 145-match Test career. The autographed hat was up to AU$315,000 in the auction.
Nine Australian NBA players, including Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons, partnered with the NBA and its players' association to donate $750,000 toward wildfire relief.
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Donations from actors
Many actors have donated to Australia, especially in the wake of the devastating bushfires in 2020.
Russell Crowe
Russell Crowe used his platform at the Golden Globes to emphasise the urgency of the bushfire situation in Australia. He also donated AU$105,000 to firefighting services after his Coffs Harbour property was impacted by the blazes.
Chris Hemsworth
Actor Chris Hemsworth, who was born in Melbourne, pledged $1 million to bushfire relief efforts in Australia. He urged his followers to donate as well, saying, "Every penny counts so whatever you can muster up is greatly appreciated."
Margot Robbie
Australian actor Margot Robbie posted a heartfelt video reminiscing about her childhood in Australia and asking her followers to donate whatever they could.
Hugh Jackman
Australian actor Hugh Jackman directed his fans to donate to relief services. He also gave a shout-out to the Irwin family and the Australia Zoo for their extraordinary efforts in helping save wildlife.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge
Actor Phoebe Waller-Bridge donated millions to help fight the Australian bushfires.
Other Actors
Other actors who have donated to Australia include Leonardo DiCaprio, whose environmental organization pledged $3 million to the Australia Wildfire Fund, and Naomi Watts, who expressed her support for firefighters on social media. Actress Sharon Stone also sent her prayers and well wishes to those affected by the bushfires.
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Donations from musicians
Many musicians have donated to Australia, especially during the devastating Australian bushfires in 2020. Singer-songwriter P!nk donated $500,000 to Australian fire services. Singer Lizzo visited Foodbank Victoria's warehouse to thank the team and volunteers and also packed hampers for fire-affected regions. Singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes posted on Twitter about his love for Australia and its people and wildlife, and pledged to donate to the Australian Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund, the NSW Rural Fire Service, and the South Australian Country Fire Service through the Shawn Mendes Foundation. Singer Elton John pledged $1 million to support bushfire relief, and singer Kylie Minogue and her family donated $500,000 towards firefighting efforts and ongoing support. Metallica also commented on their Instagram post in support of stopping the bushfires.
In addition to these donations, singer-songwriter Celeste Barber raised more than $32 million through a Facebook fundraiser for the NSW Rural Fire Service, which will also be spread across relief efforts in Victoria and South Australia, as well as to families who lost loved ones in the bushfires. Singer-songwriter Chris Hemsworth pledged $1 million to bushfire relief, and singer-songwriter Phoebe Waller-Bridge donated millions to help fight the fires.
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Donations from other celebrities
Many celebrities have donated to Australia, especially in the wake of the devastating bushfires in 2020. Some notable donations include:
- Russell Crowe donated AU$105,000 to firefighting services and used his Golden Globes win to raise awareness about the climate change-based tragedy unfolding in Australia.
- Chris Hemsworth and his family pledged $1 million to bushfire relief efforts, with Hemsworth urging his followers to contribute whatever they could.
- Margot Robbie posted a heartfelt video reminiscing about her childhood in Australia, asking her followers to donate any amount to relief efforts.
- Kylie Minogue and her family pledged $500,000 to firefighting efforts and ongoing support.
- Elton John pledged $1 million to support bushfire relief, expressing his love for Australia and heartbreak over the devastation.
- Bethenny Frankel announced that her BStrong foundation would be mobilizing to support firefighting teams and create more teams to combat the fires.
- Shawn Mendes pledged to donate to the Australian Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund, the NSW Rural Fire Service, and the South Australian Country Fire Service.
- Kylie Jenner donated $1 million following criticism of a social media post.
- Leonardo DiCaprio's environmental organization, Earth Alliance, pledged $3 million to its Australia Wildfire Fund.
- Ellen DeGeneres donated to the NSW Rural Fire Service, Australian Red Cross, and WIRES.
- Australian YouTuber Muselk helped raise more than $125,000 in 24 hours.
- Sydney billionaire Justin Hemmes donated $500,000 to the NSW Rural Fire Service after experiencing the fires firsthand.
- Australian cricket icon Shane Warne auctioned off his baggy green cap, raising AU$315,000.
- Lizzo visited Foodbank Victoria to thank volunteers and packed hampers for fire-affected regions.
- Celeste Barber raised more than AU$32 million in just three days with a Facebook fundraiser that was shared by Natalie Portman.
- The Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane donated $1 million to the Irwin Family's Australia Zoo Wildlife hospital.
- Chef and talk show host Rachael Ray partnered with Peter Deutsch to donate $2 million to organizations aiding Australia, including The World Wildlife Fund and the International Fund for Animal Welfare.
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Frequently asked questions
Many celebrities have donated to Australia in the past, including Russell Crowe, Chris Hemsworth, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Kylie Minogue, Metallica, Paris Hilton, Elton John, Shawn Mendes, and Pink.
The amounts donated by these celebrities vary, but some notable donations include $1 million by Chris Hemsworth, $500,000 by Kylie Minogue and her family, and $100,000 by Australian DJ Flume.
Yes, celebrities have also offered non-monetary donations and support to Australia. For example, Australian actor Margot Robbie posted a video urging people to donate, while Paris Hilton encouraged her followers to donate to humanitarian aid charities. Additionally, Australian YouTuber Muselk helped raise more than $125,000 in 24 hours through his online influence.
