Protests

9-1-1 Star Ryan Guzman Apologizes for His "Ignorance" After Defending Racial Slurs

Ryan Guzman took to Twitter to formally apologize for his "thoughtless words and actions" after condoning his his fiancé Chrysti Ane’s usage of racial slurs.

June 3, 2020

SNL's Chris Redd Launches Coronavirus Relief Fund for Protesters

SNL cast member Chris Redd has launched an online fundraiser to aid protestors at risk of contracting coronavirus and cover the costs of testing, treatment and court expenses.

June 3, 2020

Leslie Jones Shares the Advice She Would Give Her Younger Self Before Going to a Protest

Leslie Jones opened up about her activists days during her visit to Late Night With Seth Meyers, explaining that she'd tell her younger self an important piece of advice before protesting.

June 3, 2020

Big Sean Says He Doesn't Feel "Equal" and "Free" in Video About Racism in America

"Justice has to be served—period," Big Sean said in a video posted to Instagram on Tuesday. "And if it's not, I don't think things are going to change or get better, you know?"

June 3, 2020

George Floyd's 6-Year-Old Daughter Says "I Miss Him" in Heartbreaking Interview After His Death

George Floyd's daughter Gianna opened up about her dad's death for the first time. Watch the emotional interview.

June 3, 2020

Shaquille O'Neal Says He Talks to His Kids “All the Time” About How to Interact With Police

In the wake of George Floyd's death, Shaquille O'Neal opened up about the regular conversations he has with his children on how to interact with police officers

June 3, 2020

Jaime King Says She Was Arrested During Peaceful Protest in L.A.

Jaime King announced via Twitter that she'd been arrested after participating in a peaceful protest in Los Angeles. The actress wrote that she was "writing in handcuffs" in the back of a bus.

June 3, 2020

Ashton Kutcher Says the Phrase "All Lives Matter" Is "Missing the Point" in Tearful Message

Ashton Kutcher addressed fans that commented "All Lives Matter" on his social media post in a tearful video message, telling them that they're "missing the point."

June 3, 2020

Keke Palmer Asks the National Guard to "March Beside Us" While Attending Protest

Keke Palmer passionately pleads with a group of National Guard members to march alongside her and other protesters in Los Angeles

June 3, 2020

Watch NBC News NOW's Can You Hear Us Now? Virtual Discussion on Race in America

The special—which is also airing on NBC News’ social media platforms—features guests Don Cheadle, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes and more

June 3, 2020

Jen Atkin Applauds Protester Who Spray-Painted Her Billboard

Celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin shows her support for the Black Lives Matter movement by defending protesters tagging her L.A. sign. Watch!

June 2, 2020

Update!

See Every Celebrity Participating in Protests in Light Of George Floyd's Death

Ariana Grande, Jamie Foxx, Kendrick Sampson and so many stars attending nationwide protests in response to George Floyd's death.

June 2, 2020

Evan Peters Says He's "Deeply Upset" at Himself for Sharing an Anti-Protest Message

After receiving backlash for his retweet, Evan Peters issued an apology and made it clear to his followers that he doesn't "condone" violence.

June 2, 2020

Mother of George Floyd's 6-Year-Old Daughter Speaks Out: "He Will Never Walk Her Down the Aisle"

Roxie Washington, the mother of George Floyd's 6-year-old daughter Gianna addresses the nation in a tearful speech about the impact of George's death

June 2, 2020

George Floyd's Funeral and Memorial Services Announced One Week After His Death

Memorials and funeral services for George Floyd will be held in North Carolina, Texas and Minnesota, all three states in which he once resided prior to his death

June 2, 2020

Rihanna's Viral Tie-Dye Dress Makes a Comeback to Support Black Lives Matter

Rihanna's iconic tie-dye dress (that was only made for her and the designer) is making a special comeback to support Black Lives Matter.

June 2, 2020

Blue Bloods' Griffin Newman Calls on Actor Cops to Donate to Social Justice Reform

Blue Bloods actor Griffin Newman is asking actors who play cops on-screen to donate to organizations fighting for social justice reform.

June 2, 2020

Meghan Markle Reflects on Her Experience With Racism in Resurfaced 2012 Video

A 2012 video of Meghan Markle standing up against racism has resurfaced. In it, the Duchess of Sussex detailed her past experiences with racism as a biracial woman.

June 2, 2020

Nickelodeon Airs "I Can't Breathe" Commercial in Tribute to George Floyd

Nickelodeon is going off the air for 8 minutes and 46 seconds in “support of justice, equality and human rights.”

June 2, 2020

The Weeknd Donates $500,000 to Black Lives Matter Causes

The Weeknd reveals the Black Lives Matter organizations he’s supporting. See where the rapper donated after George Floyd’s death.

June 2, 2020

Hairstylist Jen Atkin Applauds Protester Who Spray Painted "Black Lives Matter" on Her Billboard

Jen Atkin showed her support after a protester wrote "Black Lives Matter" on her OUAI hair care billboard.

June 2, 2020

Rihanna, Taylor Swift and More Stars Support Blackout Tuesday

Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Oprah Winfrey, Blake Lively, Idris Elba, Michael B. Jordan, Ellen DeGeneres and more stars participated in the Blackout Tuesday movement.

June 2, 2020

Kendall Jenner Says Her Heart Is "So Heavy" in Black Lives Matter Post

Taking to social media with a "heavy" heart in the wake of George Floyd's death, Kendall Jenner pledged to take action.

June 2, 2020

Stephen "tWitch" Boss and Allison Holker Share Powerful Message About "White Privilege"

In the wake of George Floyd's death, Stephen "tWitch" Boss and Allison Holker delivered a powerful message about "white privilege."

June 2, 2020

January Jones Shares Photo of 8-Year-Old Son Participating in Black Lives Matter Protest

January Jones took to Instagram on Monday to share a photo of her 8-year-old son, Xander, taking part in a local protest. "I promise that I will always continue to talk to my child about inequality."

June 2, 2020