Ms. Rachel, a prominent figure on YouTube and an advocate for children’s rights, has pledged to donate $1 million US to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF), matching a similar donation made by rapper Macklemore. The announcement was made in a recent Instagram post where she urged other wealthy white celebrities to join in supporting the cause and condemning the ongoing crisis in Gaza.
Expressing concern for the thousands of Palestinian children who have lost their lives, Ms. Rachel emphasized the importance of using privilege and platforms to safeguard children’s rights. She has been actively involved with PCRF as a global ambassador, raising awareness about the dire situation faced by children in Gaza.
Macklemore, known for hits like “Can’t Hold Us,” responded to Ms. Rachel’s post with words of appreciation. He recently revealed his decision to donate his entire $1 million earnings from Ed Sheeran’s tour to organizations assisting the Palestinian community. This move came after Macklemore was removed from Sheeran’s tour for voicing support for Palestine during a concert.
In response to criticisms and threats following his statements, Macklemore clarified his stance on peace and equality for all individuals. The controversy surrounding his removal from the tour was reportedly influenced by American billionaire Robert Kraft, a supporter of Israel, who objected to Macklemore’s performance at his stadium due to what he perceived as hate speech.
The fallout from Macklemore’s exit led to backlash against Ed Sheeran, prompting the departure of all supporting acts from the tour. Sheeran, while expressing sorrow over the conflict in the region, defended his decision to remain neutral publicly on the matter. Despite efforts to reconcile, the tour now proceeds without any opening acts.
In a surprising turn of events, both Kraft and Sheeran pledged $2 million each towards humanitarian aid in Gaza, following a challenge from Macklemore. Kraft revealed that Sheeran had approached him before the challenge, leading to a collective effort to address the ongoing crisis and foster unity.