After Donald Trump’s comments on Friday and Saturday about how NFL players — and any professional athletes — who want to protest the national anthem by taking a knee should be fired, his comments inspired a mass “take the knee” protest.
On Saturday, NFL players and celebrities showed their solidarity with athletes like Colin Kaepernick, who made headlines in Aug. 2016 for refusing to stand for the national anthem to protest racial injustice in the United States.
While numerous NFL players kneeled and locked arms during the national anthem during a Sunday game in London, celebrities lent their voices to the movement.
On Saturday, NFL players and celebrities showed their solidarity with athletes like Colin Kaepernick, who made headlines in Aug. 2016 for refusing to stand for the national anthem to protest racial injustice in the United States.
While numerous NFL players kneeled and locked arms during the national anthem during a Sunday game in London, celebrities lent their voices to the movement.
- 9/24/2017
- by Maria Pasquini
- PEOPLE.com
Watch: Stevie Wonder takes a knee on the stage "for America" at #GCFest https://t.co/lXIMO8fvcT https://t.co/qE97FFQmMH
— MSNBC (@MSNBC) September 24, 2017
Stevie Wonder took to his knee in solidarity with Colin Kaepernick and other athletes who previously knelt during the national anthem to protest police brutality against African-Americans.
Before performing hits such as “Higher Ground” and “Overjoyed” at Global Citizen Festival in New York City on Saturday, the 67-year-old singer started his headlining set by addressing the controversy reignited by President Donald Trump’s most recent remarks about NFL player who kneel during the national anthem.
— MSNBC (@MSNBC) September 24, 2017
Stevie Wonder took to his knee in solidarity with Colin Kaepernick and other athletes who previously knelt during the national anthem to protest police brutality against African-Americans.
Before performing hits such as “Higher Ground” and “Overjoyed” at Global Citizen Festival in New York City on Saturday, the 67-year-old singer started his headlining set by addressing the controversy reignited by President Donald Trump’s most recent remarks about NFL player who kneel during the national anthem.
- 9/24/2017
- by Stephanie Petit
- PEOPLE.com
Stevie Wonder began his performance at the Global Citizen Festival concert in New York’s Central Park on Saturday night by announcing that he was “taking a knee for America.” “Whenever you need to interrupt hate, stand down bigotry, condemn sexism and find love all of our global brothers and sisters everyday,” the legendary R&B singer said from the stage. “Tonight I’m taking a knee for America.” Wonder’s gesture comes as President Donald Trump has stepped up his criticism of professional athletes like former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick who have declined to stand during the national anthem.
- 9/24/2017
- by Thom Geier
- The Wrap
Before performing a medley of his classic hits like “Higher Ground,” “Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours,” and “Overjoyed,” at the Global Citizen Festival, Stevie Wonder made a passionate speech about unity saying, “It is only through life we can make life happen through ourselves and each other.” He added, “Our global brothers and sisters, I didn't come here to preach, but I'm telling you, our spirits must be in the right place all the time.” After encouraging everyone…...
- 9/24/2017
- Deadline TV
For the sixth year, New York City’s Central Park will play host to the annual Global Citizen Festival which brings together musicians and world leaders to make commitments toward health, gender equality, education, and other poverty issues. This year, MSNBC and YouTube will be live streaming the event starting at 4 Pm Est. This year’s event features performances by Stevie Wonder, Green Day, Pharrell Williams, The Killers, The Lumineers, The Chainsmokers, Big Sean, Andra…...
- 9/23/2017
- Deadline TV
Life is imitating art for Andra Day. After releasing “Stand Up For Something” this summer, the singer will take the stage at the Global Citizen Festival Saturday in New York City.
“I’ve always been a fan of their passion, their drive and the fact that anyone else would look at the goal of ending poverty by 2030 as unrealistic,” Day, 32, tells People. “We all use our voices and our resources to affect change and the fact that such an impossible goal for them is not just a possibility, but it is their goal and they’re going to make it...
“I’ve always been a fan of their passion, their drive and the fact that anyone else would look at the goal of ending poverty by 2030 as unrealistic,” Day, 32, tells People. “We all use our voices and our resources to affect change and the fact that such an impossible goal for them is not just a possibility, but it is their goal and they’re going to make it...
- 9/21/2017
- by Dana Rose Falcone
- PEOPLE.com
Mumford & Sons kicked off the Global Citizen Festival week with a show benefiting an organization close to their hearts.
The British rock band played an intimate show hosted by Citi Sound Vault at United Palace in Washington Heights, New York on Monday night. Proceeds were split evenly between Global Citizen and Children in Conflict.
The show also served as the kick off fundraiser for the American branch of War Child UK, an organization that provides education for children in war zones.
“We met kids who were under Isil occupation for the last five years and were in a War Child school,...
The British rock band played an intimate show hosted by Citi Sound Vault at United Palace in Washington Heights, New York on Monday night. Proceeds were split evenly between Global Citizen and Children in Conflict.
The show also served as the kick off fundraiser for the American branch of War Child UK, an organization that provides education for children in war zones.
“We met kids who were under Isil occupation for the last five years and were in a War Child school,...
- 9/19/2017
- by Ale Russian
- PEOPLE.com
Los Angeles Youth Network (Layn) is proud to announce a new partnership from the Grammy Award winning artist/producer duo The Chainsmokers.
The donation will help fund Layn’s services for homeless and foster youth in Los Angeles. The donation will help in the vital services including emergency shelter, transitional housing, education and job development, health and wellness, and aftercare program.
“The issues facing the youth served by Layn are not insurmountable and we knew we could help,” said Taggart. “These homeless, runaway and foster youth are bright, intelligent and have determination to achieve their goals and Layn is there alongside them to motivate and inspire them,” Taggart added. “The issues facing these youth seem daunting, but we are happy to support this cause and Layn in its mission to create permanent solutions for these young people.”
“We are honored that Alex and Andrew chose Layn as their charity of choice,...
The donation will help fund Layn’s services for homeless and foster youth in Los Angeles. The donation will help in the vital services including emergency shelter, transitional housing, education and job development, health and wellness, and aftercare program.
“The issues facing the youth served by Layn are not insurmountable and we knew we could help,” said Taggart. “These homeless, runaway and foster youth are bright, intelligent and have determination to achieve their goals and Layn is there alongside them to motivate and inspire them,” Taggart added. “The issues facing these youth seem daunting, but we are happy to support this cause and Layn in its mission to create permanent solutions for these young people.”
“We are honored that Alex and Andrew chose Layn as their charity of choice,...
- 9/6/2017
- Look to the Stars
Bruce Springsteen is making a much-anticipated return to Toronto on September 30 to perform at the Invictus Games Toronto 2017 Closing Ceremony, presented by Jaguar Land Rover and the Government of Canada.
Springsteen’s performance will honour the achievements of the 550-plus wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans from 17 nations during the third edition of the Invictus Games. Tickets for the Closing Ceremony start at $60 and are available through the Invictus Games Toronto 2017 website.
“At the Invictus Games, it’s not just about the hurdles that competitors experienced during competition, but about overcoming the obstacles that life has presented them,” said Springsteen. “The Games are a remarkable opportunity for brothers and sisters in arms to join forces and demonstrate the true strength of their spirit. It is an absolute honour and privilege to perform for them at the Closing Ceremony as a send-off to a week of competition in Toronto.
Springsteen’s performance will honour the achievements of the 550-plus wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans from 17 nations during the third edition of the Invictus Games. Tickets for the Closing Ceremony start at $60 and are available through the Invictus Games Toronto 2017 website.
“At the Invictus Games, it’s not just about the hurdles that competitors experienced during competition, but about overcoming the obstacles that life has presented them,” said Springsteen. “The Games are a remarkable opportunity for brothers and sisters in arms to join forces and demonstrate the true strength of their spirit. It is an absolute honour and privilege to perform for them at the Closing Ceremony as a send-off to a week of competition in Toronto.
- 8/29/2017
- Look to the Stars
Global Citizen Festival's 2017 headliners include The Chainsmokers, Stevie Wonder, Green Day, The Killers, and The Lumineers. It all goes down September 23 in New York City's Central Park.
- 8/1/2017
- by Deepa Lakshmin
- MTV Newsroom
Global Citizen Festival's 2017 headliners include The Chainsmokers, Stevie Wonder, Green Day, The Killers, and The Lumineers. It all goes down September 23 in New York City's Central Park.
- 8/1/2017
- by Deepa Lakshmin
- MTV Music News
The Global Citizen Festival is returning to New York City in September, and the philanthropic music festival has just released its 2017 lineup. Headliners for this year’s fest will be Stevie Wonder, Green Day, The Killers, The Lumineers and The Chainsmokers, who will be performing at the free concert in Central Park on Sept. 23. In […]...
- 8/1/2017
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
Joshua Jackson escaped to Montauk this Saturday for a morning of surfing, and man did he look good! The 37-year-old star of The Affair showed off his sculpted surfer bod and tattoo as he walked across the beach to catch some waves. While the tide was high, Jackson seemed unfazed as he enjoyed his time alone soaking up the sun in his bright yellow board shorts. At first we were shocked to see Jackson riding solo as he is rarely seen without longtime girlfriend Diane Kruger; but the actress was busy rockin' out for a good cause at the Global Citizen Festival in Central Park alongside many other A-list celebs. Among the stars in attendance was Jackson's onetime TV and real-life girlfriend Katie Holmes....
- 9/28/2015
- E! Online
Bigger by the day! Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' 9-year-old daughter Suri Cruise made a rare public appearance on Saturday when she attended the 2015 Global Citizen Festival, where she joined her mom, who was hosting the event, on stage. Suri, who has been kept relatively out of the spotlight since her parents' divorce in 2012, waved to the crowd of thousands at NYC's Central Park and looked like the spitting image of her 36-year-old parent. Wearing leggings, a pink and white dress and a cream-colored sweater, the adorable tot appeared a bit shy and timid as her mother, who was dressed in black jeans and a leather jacket, encouraged her to say hi to the...
- 9/28/2015
- E! Online
What, no burn book? After spending her first few years in the spotlight (mostly due to the silly faces she’d make as a young child), Suri Cruise has spent some time away from the cameras since her mom, Katie Holmes, and her dad, Tom Cruise, split in 2012. But on Saturday, Sept. 26, Suri, 9, stood up in front of a crowd of thousands at NYC’s Central Park. She was attending the 2015 Global Citizen Festival, where Holmes, 36, was hosting before bringing her little girl on [...]...
- 9/28/2015
- Us Weekly
Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise attended the Global Citizen Festival together in NYC on Saturday. The actress and her 9-year-old daughter bonded on stage and waved to the crowd before Katie gave a speech. We haven't seen much of the two since their appearance at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards back in March, but Katie has shared a handful of heartwarming mother-daughter moments on Instagram. See the duo during their adventure in the Big Apple, then check out more sweet celebrity moments of 2015.
- 9/28/2015
- by Monica Sisavat
- Popsugar.com
Well isn't this a treat! Katie Holmes' daughter with Tom Cruise, Suri, stole the spotlight on Saturday in Central Park, as the two hit the stage together for 2015 Global Citizen Festival. Holmes looked chic in a leather jacket and black skinny jeans, while her little girl looked adorable in a lace top, patterned skirt and gray leggings. While the "Dawson's Creek" star often shares photos of her 9 year old on social media, she usually keeps her face from the camera. This is the first time we've seen little Suri out in public with her mama since March, when the two attended the Kids' Choice Awards together. Holmes opened up about being a single mom last year, telling People, "I’m learning every day, and I have been since the minute I became a mom. My patience has grown, but between 4 and 6 p.m…I mean, wow, between tickle fights and glitter art,...
- 9/27/2015
- by tooFab Staff
- TooFab
Ariana Grande singing with Chris Martin! Plus Beyonce! And Ed Sheeran! Here's your chance to see a star-studded list of performances at the 2015 Global Citizen Festival. The six-hour concert is taking place on Saturday, Sept. 26, in New York City's Central Park, and you can watch it right here, live-streaming on Us Weekly. Performers, who also include Pearl Jam, will be joined on stage by actors including Leonardo DiCaprio, Kerry Washington, Katie Holmes, Salma Hayek, and Hugh Jackman. The music festival, which is curated this year by Coldplay's Chris [...]...
- 9/26/2015
- Us Weekly
Today, the Global Goals Campaign launches “We the People” – a crowdsourced film where everyone is invited to join the world’s biggest cast and star alongside some of the world’s biggest names. The film will be unveiled on the Google homepage when the Global Goals are adopted on the 25th September.
From India, A R Rahman, Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar and Hrithik Roshan have already contributed and crowdsourced footage for We the People.
They will be joined by other artists and activists such as Alice Braga, Ananda Everingham, Anastacia, Ashton Kutcher, Avan Jogia, Becca, Bill and Melinda Gates, Cate Blanchett, Chelsea Islan, Christina Hendricks, Criolo, Daniel Craig, Diamond, Diego Luna, G.E.M., Gilberto Gil, James Chau, Jamie Oliver, Jennifer Lawrence, Jennifer Lopez, Kate Winslet, Un Messenger of Peace Lang Lang, Liverpool Football Club captain Jordan Henderson and team mates, Lenine, Mia Maestro, Mafikizolo, Mads Mikkelsen, Mena Suvari, Undp Champion Michelle Yeoh,...
From India, A R Rahman, Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar and Hrithik Roshan have already contributed and crowdsourced footage for We the People.
They will be joined by other artists and activists such as Alice Braga, Ananda Everingham, Anastacia, Ashton Kutcher, Avan Jogia, Becca, Bill and Melinda Gates, Cate Blanchett, Chelsea Islan, Christina Hendricks, Criolo, Daniel Craig, Diamond, Diego Luna, G.E.M., Gilberto Gil, James Chau, Jamie Oliver, Jennifer Lawrence, Jennifer Lopez, Kate Winslet, Un Messenger of Peace Lang Lang, Liverpool Football Club captain Jordan Henderson and team mates, Lenine, Mia Maestro, Mafikizolo, Mads Mikkelsen, Mena Suvari, Undp Champion Michelle Yeoh,...
- 9/8/2015
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
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