Celebs Supporting Ukraine: Photos Of Stars Doing Their Part Amid World Crisis

By:

Elissa Anderson

July 20, 2022 12:16PM EDT

Ukraine has been under attack as Russia attempts to invade under the control of Vladimir Putin. Here are pics of celebrities doing what they can to advocate for Ukraine whether it’s by wearing the nation’s colors or fighting on the frontlines.

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy — (Left) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gives a speech about defending Ukraine in June 2022.

Ukraine has been under fire as Russia attempts to invade the country under the regime of Vladimir Putin. Many celebrities and political figures have spoken out against the tragic events going down in Ukraine. For instance, First Lady Jill Biden wore a sunflower mask while attending a celebration to mark Black History Month, in the White House in Washington, DC. The sunflower is a very important symbol to the cause as it’s Ukraine’s national flower. She also issued a tweet stating that she and President Joe Biden were praying for the citizens of Ukraine.

Other celebs have spoken out in their own ways by donning the Ukrainian flag, donating to the cause or even putting themselves on the frontlines. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is leading by example by fighting for his country firsthand. Other stars like ‘Dancing With The Stars’ pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy have been arrested in their attempts to fight for their country. Here are pics of celebrities doing their part to help Ukraine in its fight for justice.

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Jill Biden

Jill Biden — First Lady Jill Biden has been an outspoken advocate for Ukraine amid the attacks. She has sported a face mask with a sunflower, the country’s flower, on many occasions.

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U2

Irish musician Bono of the band U2 performs with Ukrainian singer Taras Topolya from Antytila band, who now serves in the Ukrainian army, at the Khreshatyk metro station in Kyiv in May 2022. They surprised locals with their performance.

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Bono

Bono — Bono of the band U2 performs in Khreshatyk metro station in Kyiv (Kiev), Ukraine in May 2022. He encouraged the locals to keep fighting.

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Liev Schreiber

Liev Schreiber — Liev Schreiber cooks for war refugees from Ukraine in Przemysl, Poland, alongside ‘World Central Kitchen’, on April 15, 2022. He wore a t-shirt and hat.

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Demi Lovato

Demi Lovato — Demi Lovato announced a fundraiser in collaboration with Choose Love in support of Ukraine to provide humanitarian aid to the 10 million+ refugees fleeing and still in the country. The singer showed their immense passion for the cause, that they even got a new tattoo by a Ukrainian artist to commemorate it that reads ‘Choose Love.’ In their Instagram post, Demi wrote, “Choose Love – always. I’m inspired by the work @chooselove and their partners are doing to support refugees around the world, including those fleeing Ukraine. Take action with @chooselove and enter for a chance to win time with me in the studio to hear new music. Head to my link in bio to enter. Thank you, @gusak_tattoo it was such an honor learning about your home country.” As they mentioned, those who donate will also have a chance to hang in the studio with Demi for an advance listen of their new music. Visit the link in the bio on their Instagram for more information.

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Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris — US Vice President Kamala Harris (center) is seen during her meeting with Polish and US soldiers at the 1st Airlift Base in Warsaw, Poland on Mar. 11, 2022. The visit of the Uniter States Vice President is a demonstration of the country’s support for NATO’s eastern flank allies in the face of the Russian invasion in Ukraine.

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Artem Chigvintsev

Artem Chigvintsev — Russian-born Artem Chigvintsev, seen here in 2019, spoke out on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. ‘I want to make very clear to everyone that I don’t support war of any kind,’ he said via Instagram.

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Kate Middleton & Prince William

Kate Middleton & Prince William — Prince William & Kate Middleton showed their support for Ukraine when they wore head-to-toe blue outfits with Ukraine flag pins. It was while visiting the Ukrainian Cultural Centre in London on March 9.

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Mila Kunis & Ashton Kutcher

Mila Kunis & Ashton Kutcher — Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher launched a GoFundMe to help raise $30 million for Ukrainian refugees. The pair made a $3 million donation themselves.

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Nancy Pelosi

Nancy Pelosi — Many politicians wore blue and yellow in support of Ukraine at the State of the Union. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi sported a blue blazer and a pin with both the U.S. and Ukrainian flags.

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Sean Penn

Sean Penn — Hollywood actor and producer Sean Penn, left, followed by Ukrainian servicemen visits positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near the frontline with Russia-backed separatists in Donetsk region, Ukraine. He came to Ukraine to shoot a film.

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Tyler Perry

Tyler Perry — Tyler Perry wore a ribbon with the colors of the Ukrainian flag at the 2022 SAG Awards. He looked dapper in his navy blue suit as he showed support for the country.

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Michael Douglas

Michael Douglas — Michael Douglas showed support for Ukraine by sporting blue and yellow colored cloth in his suit pocket. He attended the 2022 SAG Awards with his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones.

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‘SNL’s Ukraine Tribute

‘SNL’s Ukraine Tribute — The cast of ‘Saturday Night Live’ paid tribute to Ukraine on their Saturday, February 26, 2022 episode. Kate McKinnon and Cecily Strong lead the tribute as John Mulaney guest hosted.

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Sean Penn

Sean Penn — Sean Penn speaks with servicemen of the Ukrainian Armed Forces at their position near the frontline. The actor was in the country to shoot a film.

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Greta Thunberg

Greta Thunberg — Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg showed her support for Ukraine when she participated in a demonstration outside the Russian Embassy in Stockholm. She held a sign that read ‘stand with Ukraine.’

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Lisa Ann Walter

Lisa Ann Walter — Lisa Ann Walter wore a corsage with blue and yellow flowers to show her support for Ukraine. She showed her support on the red carpet at the 2022 SAG Awards

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Valentin Chmerkovskiy

Valentin Chmerkovskiy — Ukraine native Valentin Chmerkovskiy has been protesting against Russia’s attacks on Ukraine. He has attended protests in Hollywood for the cause.

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Maksim Chmerkovskiy

Maksim Chmerkovskiy — Maksim Chmerkovskiy, who is currently residing in Ukraine, has been keeping fans updated about the tragic attacks firsthand. He was recently arrested for his efforts to fight against the attacks.

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Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie — Angelina Jolie has vowed to help the people of Ukraine as a Special Envoy for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. She wants to direct her focus on helping refugees who have been displaced.

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Prince William and Kate Middleton

Prince William and Kate Middleton — Prince William and Kate Middleton have issued a statement in support of Ukraine amid Russia’s attacks. They expressed how the issue held a special place in their hearts as they had met with President Zelenskyy and the First Lady.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle — Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have publicly expressed their support for Ukraine amid its conflict with Russia. They firmly stated that what Russia is doing is a ‘breach of international and humanitarian law.’

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Jon Bernthal

Jon Bernthal — Jon Bernthal wore a blue and yellow ribbon to support Ukraine at the 2022 SAG Awards. Blue and yellow are the colors of the Ukrainian flag.

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Shari Belafonte

Shari Belafonte — Shari Belafonte wore a blue and yellow ribbon to show support for Ukraine amid Russia’s attempts to invade. Shari was at the awards for her work on ‘The Morning Show.’

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