On Thursday afternoon, members of the Kennedy endorsed President Joe Biden at a campaign rally in Philadelphia.
Biden’s rally in Philadelphia is the last major stop in a three-day swing through Pennsylvania.
During this trip, he laid out his economic and tax agenda and attacked former President Donald Trump as an enemy of working people.
Kennedy family members approached the Biden team and requested a joint event for the endorsements.
Joseph Kennedy, Kerry Kennedy, Rory Kennedy, Kathleen Kennedy, Maxwell Kennedy and Christopher Kennedy backed Biden during this rally.
The event is a further rejection of their family member and independent presidential candidate, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The president’s campaign released a list of 15 Kennedys scheduled to appear at this rally but also mentioned that other family members would endorse him.
Joe Kennedy III, a former Democratic congressman from Massachusetts, introduced Biden at a second event.
“We can say today,...
Biden’s rally in Philadelphia is the last major stop in a three-day swing through Pennsylvania.
During this trip, he laid out his economic and tax agenda and attacked former President Donald Trump as an enemy of working people.
Kennedy family members approached the Biden team and requested a joint event for the endorsements.
Joseph Kennedy, Kerry Kennedy, Rory Kennedy, Kathleen Kennedy, Maxwell Kennedy and Christopher Kennedy backed Biden during this rally.
The event is a further rejection of their family member and independent presidential candidate, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The president’s campaign released a list of 15 Kennedys scheduled to appear at this rally but also mentioned that other family members would endorse him.
Joe Kennedy III, a former Democratic congressman from Massachusetts, introduced Biden at a second event.
“We can say today,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Alessio Atria
- Uinterview
Joe Biden was joined by members of the Kennedy family in Philadelphia today to promote their endorsement of the president, a conspicuous rebuke of the independent bid of Robert Kennedy Jr.
Kerry Kennedy, Rfk Jr.’s sister, introduced Biden at the event, noting that “nearly every grandchild of Joe and Rose Kennedy supports Joe Biden. That’s right, the Kennedy family endorses Joe Biden for president.”
She was joined by 14 other relatives. They include siblings Rory, Joe, Chris, Max and Kathleen, as well as Joe Kennedy III, who serves as a special envoy to Northern Ireland.
Kerry Kennedy said that “in 2024 there are only two candidates with any chance of winning the presidency. We know that well.”
Rfk Jr.’s campaign could prove consequential to Biden’s prospects, especially if he is able to secure ballot access in key swing states and siphon votes way from the president’s reelection effort.
Kerry Kennedy, Rfk Jr.’s sister, introduced Biden at the event, noting that “nearly every grandchild of Joe and Rose Kennedy supports Joe Biden. That’s right, the Kennedy family endorses Joe Biden for president.”
She was joined by 14 other relatives. They include siblings Rory, Joe, Chris, Max and Kathleen, as well as Joe Kennedy III, who serves as a special envoy to Northern Ireland.
Kerry Kennedy said that “in 2024 there are only two candidates with any chance of winning the presidency. We know that well.”
Rfk Jr.’s campaign could prove consequential to Biden’s prospects, especially if he is able to secure ballot access in key swing states and siphon votes way from the president’s reelection effort.
- 4/18/2024
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
Sandra Lee, best known for her work on the Food Network and her famous past relationship, has officially moved on. While her relationship with Andrew Cuomo once made front-page news, their love affair has been over for years, and Lee has absolutely moved on. The Semi-Homemade Cooking with Sandra Lee star has been engaged to Ben Youcef since 2021. Has Cuomo met someone new, too?
Sandra Lee is engaged to Ben Youcef
Sandra Lee bounced back from her breakup with Andrew Cuomo in 2019. During the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, she sold the home she shared with Cuomo in Westchester County, NY, and moved to California. The now-57-year-old met Ben Youcef, an actor and model, in 2021, and they hit it off. The duo are reportedly engaged.
Sandra Lee and Ben Youcef | Dia Dipasupil/WireImage
Despite their engagement, Lee and Youcef don’t appear to be in a rush to walk down the aisle.
Sandra Lee is engaged to Ben Youcef
Sandra Lee bounced back from her breakup with Andrew Cuomo in 2019. During the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, she sold the home she shared with Cuomo in Westchester County, NY, and moved to California. The now-57-year-old met Ben Youcef, an actor and model, in 2021, and they hit it off. The duo are reportedly engaged.
Sandra Lee and Ben Youcef | Dia Dipasupil/WireImage
Despite their engagement, Lee and Youcef don’t appear to be in a rush to walk down the aisle.
- 3/21/2024
- by Andrea Francese
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
President Joe Biden welcomed over 30 members of the Kennedy family to the White House for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Sunday. Notably, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has embarked on a third-party bid for the presidency, was absent from the event.
Kerry Kennedy, the sister of Rfk Jr., took to X to share a photograph of the Kennedy family gathered alongside Biden, with the picturesque Rose Garden as the backdrop.
Biden expressed what a joy the Kennedy family was to host at the White House. In a message posted on X, he conveyed heartfelt regards, “From one proud Irish family to another — it was good to have you all back at the White House.”
Joe Kennedy III, Biden’s envoy to Northern Ireland, also took to X to share his enthusiasm for the gathering. With a touch of familial camaraderie, he remarked, “Small family gathering this afternoon!”
However,...
Kerry Kennedy, the sister of Rfk Jr., took to X to share a photograph of the Kennedy family gathered alongside Biden, with the picturesque Rose Garden as the backdrop.
Biden expressed what a joy the Kennedy family was to host at the White House. In a message posted on X, he conveyed heartfelt regards, “From one proud Irish family to another — it was good to have you all back at the White House.”
Joe Kennedy III, Biden’s envoy to Northern Ireland, also took to X to share his enthusiasm for the gathering. With a touch of familial camaraderie, he remarked, “Small family gathering this afternoon!”
However,...
- 3/20/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
The Kennedys have never shied away from symbolism, and it’s not hard to read the political message in a St. Patrick’s Day photo taken at the White House that includes President Joe Biden and dozens of members of the iconic political clan but very obviously does not include the family member who is himself running for the presidency: Rfk, Jr.
The photo was posted by the candidate’s sister, Kerry Kennedy, who has been outspoken in her criticism of her brother. When he declared his bid last year, Kerry Kennedy posted a statement distancing herself from his controversial views. Other members of the family have also spoken out. The most recent post seems more a statement by omission.
Along with the photo, which features former congressman Patrick Kennedy, Ambassador Caroline Kennedy, Biden’s special envoy to Northern Ireland Joe Kennedy III and family members of all ages, Kerry Kennedy wrote,...
The photo was posted by the candidate’s sister, Kerry Kennedy, who has been outspoken in her criticism of her brother. When he declared his bid last year, Kerry Kennedy posted a statement distancing herself from his controversial views. Other members of the family have also spoken out. The most recent post seems more a statement by omission.
Along with the photo, which features former congressman Patrick Kennedy, Ambassador Caroline Kennedy, Biden’s special envoy to Northern Ireland Joe Kennedy III and family members of all ages, Kerry Kennedy wrote,...
- 3/18/2024
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Curb Your Enthusiasm star Cheryl Hines has been married to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. since 2014. She’s on her second marriage, while Kennedy is already on his third.
Recently, the couple did a photo shoot for The Hollywood Reporter alongside Conor Kennedy and Kyra Kennedy, who are Kennedy’s children from his second marriage to Mary Richardson Kennedy. They had two other sons, Finn Kennedy and Aiden Kennedy, who died by suicide in 2012.
The blended family also included Hines’ daughter, Catherine Young.
Hines and Kennedy first met in 2004 at a celebrity ski fundraiser for Waterkeeper Alliance, which Kennedy funded. Before their divorces, the two families traveled and skied together.
In one instance, Hines and her ex, Curb star and creator Larry David, attended an event with no intention of skiing, but Kennedy urged them to join.
They continued to run in the same circles, seeing each other about once a...
Recently, the couple did a photo shoot for The Hollywood Reporter alongside Conor Kennedy and Kyra Kennedy, who are Kennedy’s children from his second marriage to Mary Richardson Kennedy. They had two other sons, Finn Kennedy and Aiden Kennedy, who died by suicide in 2012.
The blended family also included Hines’ daughter, Catherine Young.
Hines and Kennedy first met in 2004 at a celebrity ski fundraiser for Waterkeeper Alliance, which Kennedy funded. Before their divorces, the two families traveled and skied together.
In one instance, Hines and her ex, Curb star and creator Larry David, attended an event with no intention of skiing, but Kennedy urged them to join.
They continued to run in the same circles, seeing each other about once a...
- 1/29/2024
- by Casey Rivera
- Uinterview
Last October, White House hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a decision to switch parties in his presidential bid by exiting the Democratic party and running as a third-party Independent. The move was quickly denounced by members of his own family, including Oscar-nominated documentarian Rory Kennedy, who joined her siblings in posting a family statement.
“The decision of our brother Bobby to run as a third party candidate against Joe Biden is dangerous to our country. Bobby might share the same name as our father, but he does not share the same values, vision or judgment. Today’s announcement is deeply saddening for us. We denounce his candidacy and believe it to be perilous for our country,” read the Instagram post signed by Rory Kennedy, Kerry Kennedy, Joseph P. Kennedy II and Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, a group that totals four of the 11 children shared by Ethel and Robert Kennedy.
Rory...
“The decision of our brother Bobby to run as a third party candidate against Joe Biden is dangerous to our country. Bobby might share the same name as our father, but he does not share the same values, vision or judgment. Today’s announcement is deeply saddening for us. We denounce his candidacy and believe it to be perilous for our country,” read the Instagram post signed by Rory Kennedy, Kerry Kennedy, Joseph P. Kennedy II and Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, a group that totals four of the 11 children shared by Ethel and Robert Kennedy.
Rory...
- 1/19/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. did not attend his 70th birthday party fundraiser gala after celebrity guests who were billed as attendees stated that they never agreed to go.
Martin Sheen, Dionne Warwick, Mike Tyson and Andrea Bocelli were listed as attendees but later said they never agreed to attend the fundraiser.
The fundraiser supporting Kennedy’s presidential campaign was hosted by the super Pac American Values 2024 and took place in Indian Wells, California, on January 4.
On December 28, 2023, the Pac announced on X:
“Superstar tenor @AndreaBocelli will perform at fundraiser for US presidential hopeful @RobertKennedyJr with ‘well wisher’ guests including Martin Sheen, @MikeTyson and @dionnewarwick,” they wrote.
American Values Pac’s major donor is right-wing billionaire Timothy Mellon, who gave $15 million, leading experts to conclude that it is a Trojan Horse for Republican interests.
“I don’t know anything about this event,” Warwick wrote in her response on X. “I did...
Martin Sheen, Dionne Warwick, Mike Tyson and Andrea Bocelli were listed as attendees but later said they never agreed to attend the fundraiser.
The fundraiser supporting Kennedy’s presidential campaign was hosted by the super Pac American Values 2024 and took place in Indian Wells, California, on January 4.
On December 28, 2023, the Pac announced on X:
“Superstar tenor @AndreaBocelli will perform at fundraiser for US presidential hopeful @RobertKennedyJr with ‘well wisher’ guests including Martin Sheen, @MikeTyson and @dionnewarwick,” they wrote.
American Values Pac’s major donor is right-wing billionaire Timothy Mellon, who gave $15 million, leading experts to conclude that it is a Trojan Horse for Republican interests.
“I don’t know anything about this event,” Warwick wrote in her response on X. “I did...
- 1/15/2024
- by Alessio Atria
- Uinterview
Uipdated with statement from Rfk Jr gala organizers: The arguably greatest fictional TV Potus ever is not endorsing the White House bid of Robert Kennedy Jr., and Martin Sheen sure as hell isn’t showing up as a warm prop at any Rfk Jr fundraiser anytime soon.
About a week ago, invites went out for a self-described “gala” on January 22 to celebrate the independent candidate’s 70th birthday. Sheen, Mike Tyson and Dionne Warwick were reported to be attending the event as “well-wishers.” On Thursday, some of President Jed Bartlet’s old West Wing staff have gone public to declare their old boss has no intention of attending.
In fact, via Bradley Whitford and Mary McCormack, Sheen says he remains an avowed supporter of incumbent Joe Biden, not Rfk Jr.
There’s a story going around saying that Martin Sheen is supporting @RobertKennedyJr for president. The story is incorrect. Martin...
About a week ago, invites went out for a self-described “gala” on January 22 to celebrate the independent candidate’s 70th birthday. Sheen, Mike Tyson and Dionne Warwick were reported to be attending the event as “well-wishers.” On Thursday, some of President Jed Bartlet’s old West Wing staff have gone public to declare their old boss has no intention of attending.
In fact, via Bradley Whitford and Mary McCormack, Sheen says he remains an avowed supporter of incumbent Joe Biden, not Rfk Jr.
There’s a story going around saying that Martin Sheen is supporting @RobertKennedyJr for president. The story is incorrect. Martin...
- 1/4/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Also known as the Rfk Center for Justice and Human Rights.
Dedicated to advancing the human rights movement through providing innovative support to courageous human rights defenders around the world.
Through long-term partnerships and cutting edge methods, the charity assists advocates who have won the Rfk Human Rights Award to boldly confront injustice in support of human freedom. It supports investigative journalists and authors who bring light to injustice and encourage the human rights movement through the Rfk Book and Journalism Awards. Its Speak Truth to Power program educates the public on the value of the human rights and the courage of its defenders.
The facility was established by Kerry Kennedy in 1988.
Ms. Kennedy started working in the field of human rights in 1981 when she investigated abuses committed by U.S. immigration officials against refugees from El Salvador. Since then, her life has been devoted to the pursuit of justice,...
Dedicated to advancing the human rights movement through providing innovative support to courageous human rights defenders around the world.
Through long-term partnerships and cutting edge methods, the charity assists advocates who have won the Rfk Human Rights Award to boldly confront injustice in support of human freedom. It supports investigative journalists and authors who bring light to injustice and encourage the human rights movement through the Rfk Book and Journalism Awards. Its Speak Truth to Power program educates the public on the value of the human rights and the courage of its defenders.
The facility was established by Kerry Kennedy in 1988.
Ms. Kennedy started working in the field of human rights in 1981 when she investigated abuses committed by U.S. immigration officials against refugees from El Salvador. Since then, her life has been devoted to the pursuit of justice,...
- 11/28/2023
- Look to the Stars
Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights today announced that Fran Drescher, SAG-AFTRA president, actor, writer, and activist, will receive the 2023 Ripple of Hope Award in recognition of her leadership advocating for workers’ rights.
Drescher will join fellow 2023 honorees, including The Edwin Barbey Charitable Trust, a donor-advised fund of the Arizona Community Foundation, and the previously announced January 6th Select Committee, at the annual Ripple of Hope Gala in New York City on December 6.
The Robert F. Kennedy Ripple of Hope Award honors exemplary leaders across government, business, advocacy, and entertainment who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to social change and worked to protect and advance equity, justice, and human rights. Since being elected SAG-AFTRA president in 2021 during an unprecedented time in the union’s history, Drescher has sought to safeguard workers and performers amid new industry challenges, has encouraged a culture of respect and empathy, and has advocated for a living wage.
Drescher will join fellow 2023 honorees, including The Edwin Barbey Charitable Trust, a donor-advised fund of the Arizona Community Foundation, and the previously announced January 6th Select Committee, at the annual Ripple of Hope Gala in New York City on December 6.
The Robert F. Kennedy Ripple of Hope Award honors exemplary leaders across government, business, advocacy, and entertainment who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to social change and worked to protect and advance equity, justice, and human rights. Since being elected SAG-AFTRA president in 2021 during an unprecedented time in the union’s history, Drescher has sought to safeguard workers and performers amid new industry challenges, has encouraged a culture of respect and empathy, and has advocated for a living wage.
- 11/22/2023
- Look to the Stars
White House hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced on Monday a decision to switch parties in his presidential bid by exiting the Democratic party and running as a third party Independent. The move — revealed during a rally held outside the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia that featured remarks by his actress wife Cheryl Hines of Curb Your Enthusiasm fame — was quickly denounced by members of his own family.
“The decision of our brother Bobby to run as a third party candidate against Joe Biden is dangerous to our country. Bobby might share the same name as our father, but he does not share the same values, vision or judgment. Today’s announcement is deeply saddening for us. We denounce his candidacy and believe it to be perilous for our country,” reads a post shared on Instagram by his sister, Oscar nominated documentarian Rory Kennedy.
The sister of Rfk Jr. is...
“The decision of our brother Bobby to run as a third party candidate against Joe Biden is dangerous to our country. Bobby might share the same name as our father, but he does not share the same values, vision or judgment. Today’s announcement is deeply saddening for us. We denounce his candidacy and believe it to be perilous for our country,” reads a post shared on Instagram by his sister, Oscar nominated documentarian Rory Kennedy.
The sister of Rfk Jr. is...
- 10/9/2023
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced in Philadelphia on Monday that he will launch an independent, third-party run for the presidency, abandoning his previous bid to topple President Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee.
“I’m here to declare myself an independent candidate for president of the United States,” he said to cheers from the crowd, before listing off everything America needs to “declare independence” from, including the two political parties and their corruption.
Kennedy — the son of former Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of John F. Kennedy — initially entered the race as a Democrat,...
“I’m here to declare myself an independent candidate for president of the United States,” he said to cheers from the crowd, before listing off everything America needs to “declare independence” from, including the two political parties and their corruption.
Kennedy — the son of former Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of John F. Kennedy — initially entered the race as a Democrat,...
- 10/9/2023
- by Nikki McCann Ramirez
- Rollingstone.com
U.S. Ambassador to Australia Caroline Kennedy‘s son, Jack Schlossberg, is defending his comments slamming cousin Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his conspiracy theory-filled presidential run.
In May, Schlossberg posted a video in which he declared, “President John F. Kennedy is my grandfather and his legacy is important.”
He spoke in support of Biden’s presidency, “If my cousin, Bobby Kennedy Jr., cared about any of them, he would support Joe Biden, too. Instead, he’s trading in on Camelot, celebrity, conspiracy theories, and conflict for personal gain and fame.”
Schlossberg also stated in his video that Rfk Jr.’s candidacy was “an embarrassment.”
In an appearance on the Today Show, in response to Savannah Guthrie asked Schlossberg: “What led you to do that? Why was it important to you? Are you glad you did it?”
Schlossberg confirmed that he stands by the message of the video.
“I love...
In May, Schlossberg posted a video in which he declared, “President John F. Kennedy is my grandfather and his legacy is important.”
He spoke in support of Biden’s presidency, “If my cousin, Bobby Kennedy Jr., cared about any of them, he would support Joe Biden, too. Instead, he’s trading in on Camelot, celebrity, conspiracy theories, and conflict for personal gain and fame.”
Schlossberg also stated in his video that Rfk Jr.’s candidacy was “an embarrassment.”
In an appearance on the Today Show, in response to Savannah Guthrie asked Schlossberg: “What led you to do that? Why was it important to you? Are you glad you did it?”
Schlossberg confirmed that he stands by the message of the video.
“I love...
- 9/24/2023
- by Bay Zisman
- Uinterview
Bill Maher had Robert F. Kennedy Jr. his on Club Random podcast to discuss the White House hopeful’s controversial stance on vaccines. The often-unfiltered host of HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher then post a clip on Twitter with the headline, “Is @RobertFKennedyJr’s position on vaccines that unreasonable?”
Have a look and listen below, and judge for yourself.
In the clip, Democrat Kennedy cites a book he wrote that summarizes “over 450 studies.” Maher then asked about “the question for your campaign” before Kennedy interrupted as said, “I’m not talking about this stuff for my campaign, I’m just talking between you and me.” The host shot back: “That’s a ridiculous assumption. Of course you’re going to have to talk about it. Rfk Jr. interrupted again, saying, “Well, if somebody asks me, I’m going to.”
Maher raised his voice and said, “They’re all...
Have a look and listen below, and judge for yourself.
In the clip, Democrat Kennedy cites a book he wrote that summarizes “over 450 studies.” Maher then asked about “the question for your campaign” before Kennedy interrupted as said, “I’m not talking about this stuff for my campaign, I’m just talking between you and me.” The host shot back: “That’s a ridiculous assumption. Of course you’re going to have to talk about it. Rfk Jr. interrupted again, saying, “Well, if somebody asks me, I’m going to.”
Maher raised his voice and said, “They’re all...
- 6/27/2023
- by Erik Pedersen and Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Meghan Markle will receive an award for her Archetypes podcast. The Duchess of Sussex says her win is a “shared success.”
Meghan Markle will be honored with an award for ‘Archetypes’ Meghan Markle and Prince Harry | Ben Birchall – Wpa Pool / Getty Images
Meghan’s Archetypes podcast was launched in August 2022. The duchess is being honored with a Gracie Award. The awards, which are overseen by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation, place a spotlight on the achievements of women in the media.
Meghan included her team when speaking about the honor. On the Archewell website, she wrote, “Thank you to the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation for this prestigious honor. This is a shared success for me and the team behind Archetypes—most of whom are women—and the inspiring guests who joined me each week.”
When Archetypes launched last year, Meghan expressed how grateful she was to...
Meghan Markle will be honored with an award for ‘Archetypes’ Meghan Markle and Prince Harry | Ben Birchall – Wpa Pool / Getty Images
Meghan’s Archetypes podcast was launched in August 2022. The duchess is being honored with a Gracie Award. The awards, which are overseen by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation, place a spotlight on the achievements of women in the media.
Meghan included her team when speaking about the honor. On the Archewell website, she wrote, “Thank you to the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation for this prestigious honor. This is a shared success for me and the team behind Archetypes—most of whom are women—and the inspiring guests who joined me each week.”
When Archetypes launched last year, Meghan expressed how grateful she was to...
- 4/5/2023
- by Sheiresa Ngo
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry made a glamorous appearance in New York City to accept the Robert F. Kennedy Ripple of Hope Award. Meghan showed up to the blue carpet in a white, off-the-shoulder gown with a sleek updo and gold earrings. Prince Harry looked timeless in a pristine suit and black tie.
The Sussexes arrive at @RFKHumanRights #RippleofHope Awards in NYC, which honour the power of individuals and their moral courage and influence on economic, racial and social justice. Harry and Meghan are being recognised for their work in racial justice and mental health spaces. pic.twitter.com/0U0CCrOId1
— Omid Scobie (@scobie) December 7, 2022
The Ripple of Hope Award is presented to people who demonstrate an “unwavering commitment” to “protect and advance equity, justice and human rights.” This year’s laureates also include Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and, posthumously, NBA legend Bill Russell.
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The Sussexes arrive at @RFKHumanRights #RippleofHope Awards in NYC, which honour the power of individuals and their moral courage and influence on economic, racial and social justice. Harry and Meghan are being recognised for their work in racial justice and mental health spaces. pic.twitter.com/0U0CCrOId1
— Omid Scobie (@scobie) December 7, 2022
The Ripple of Hope Award is presented to people who demonstrate an “unwavering commitment” to “protect and advance equity, justice and human rights.” This year’s laureates also include Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and, posthumously, NBA legend Bill Russell.
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- 12/9/2022
- by Miranda Dipaolo
- Uinterview
On Dec. 6, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attended the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Foundation Ripple of Hope Gala in New York City to accept an award for their "heroic" stance against "structural racism within the [royal] institution." The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrived at the event hand in hand and were welcomed by a swarm of fans.
In November, Kerry Kennedy, the president of the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Foundation, told El Confidencial's Vanitatis magazine (via People) that, in standing up to the British monarchy, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex possess the "moral courage" her father spoke about in his famous 1966 "Ripple of Hope" speech in South Africa.
"He also spoke of moral courage, saying that few would have the courage to question their colleagues, family, and their community about the power structure they maintained, and this is what Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have done," Kennedy explained.
In November, Kerry Kennedy, the president of the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Foundation, told El Confidencial's Vanitatis magazine (via People) that, in standing up to the British monarchy, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex possess the "moral courage" her father spoke about in his famous 1966 "Ripple of Hope" speech in South Africa.
"He also spoke of moral courage, saying that few would have the courage to question their colleagues, family, and their community about the power structure they maintained, and this is what Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have done," Kennedy explained.
- 12/7/2022
- by Noelle Devoe
- Popsugar.com
Prince Harry joked it wasn’t the “date night” he was expecting as he and Meghan Markle were honoured with a human rights award at the Ripple of Hope Gala in New York City on Tuesday.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were recognized at the event, held by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights (Rfkhr) organization, for fighting racism.
While speaking on stage alongside Rfkhr president Kerry Kennedy, Harry joked, “I’ll be honest with you Kerry, I just thought we were just going on a date night so I found it quite weird that we’re sharing the room with 1,500 people.
“We don’t get out much these days because our kids are so small and young so, this is completely unexpected,” he added, according to the Daily Mail.
Harry insisted, “But it’s nice to share date night with all of you, so thank you for coming,...
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were recognized at the event, held by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights (Rfkhr) organization, for fighting racism.
While speaking on stage alongside Rfkhr president Kerry Kennedy, Harry joked, “I’ll be honest with you Kerry, I just thought we were just going on a date night so I found it quite weird that we’re sharing the room with 1,500 people.
“We don’t get out much these days because our kids are so small and young so, this is completely unexpected,” he added, according to the Daily Mail.
Harry insisted, “But it’s nice to share date night with all of you, so thank you for coming,...
- 12/7/2022
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Meghan Markle just gave a subtle nod to her late mother-in-law. Meghan, who attended the 2022 Ripple of Hope Gala Tuesday evening alongside Prince Harry, sported a special piece of jewelry previously belonging to Princess Diana.
Bringing the glam in a white off-the-shoulder dress with a thigh-high slit, Meghan paired the dress with a black clutch and matching black heels, but it was that beautiful blue ring that really stood out. It’s not the first time Meghan’s worn the gem either. She previously sported the stunner during her wedding reception.
A Kensington Palace official confirmed to Et at the time that the aquamarine ring belonged to Diana, and was gifted to Meghan by Harry on their wedding day.
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and Kerry Kennedy arrive at the 2022 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Ripple of Hope Award Gala at the Hilton Midtown in New...
Bringing the glam in a white off-the-shoulder dress with a thigh-high slit, Meghan paired the dress with a black clutch and matching black heels, but it was that beautiful blue ring that really stood out. It’s not the first time Meghan’s worn the gem either. She previously sported the stunner during her wedding reception.
A Kensington Palace official confirmed to Et at the time that the aquamarine ring belonged to Diana, and was gifted to Meghan by Harry on their wedding day.
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and Kerry Kennedy arrive at the 2022 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Ripple of Hope Award Gala at the Hilton Midtown in New...
- 12/7/2022
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Piers Morgan slammed the Robert F. Kennedy Foundation for its decision to give Prince Harry and Meghan Markle the prestigious “Ripple of Hope” award for calling out “structural racism” in the royal family.
“I think it’s absolutely disgusting, and shame on Kerry Kennedy for besmirching the name and memory of her father in this way,” Morgan said during an appearance on “Fox & Friends” Monday morning. “The idea that these two little grifters, who quit royal duty, quit Britain, went and set themselves up in a mansion in California and have exploited and fleeced their royal titles for hundreds of millions of dollars that go straight in their back pocket, the idea they’re being lauded as some kind of heroes in America by your own sort of royal family, if you like – the Kennedys – it really sticks in my gullet and I think they should rethink this.”
Morgan added...
“I think it’s absolutely disgusting, and shame on Kerry Kennedy for besmirching the name and memory of her father in this way,” Morgan said during an appearance on “Fox & Friends” Monday morning. “The idea that these two little grifters, who quit royal duty, quit Britain, went and set themselves up in a mansion in California and have exploited and fleeced their royal titles for hundreds of millions of dollars that go straight in their back pocket, the idea they’re being lauded as some kind of heroes in America by your own sort of royal family, if you like – the Kennedys – it really sticks in my gullet and I think they should rethink this.”
Morgan added...
- 11/21/2022
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights will announce the winners of its 2022 Book and Journalism Awards on Tuesday, May 24. Harry Benson, Dan Blackburn, Doug Brinkley, John Harwood, Rory Kennedy, Michael Lewis, Jane Mayer, Ari Melber, Craig Melvin, Soledad O'Brien and John Seigenthaler are just some of the distinguished special presenters who will be announcing this year’s honorees in the live virtual ceremony that begins at 4 pm Et. Event registration is available here.
Winners of the 2022 Rfk Journalism Awards were selected from over 350 global submissions to the more than 15 print, photo, broadcast, and new media categories, all of which encapsulated some of the most exemplary reporting from the past 12 months. The Rfk Book Award honors authors whose writing focuses on social justice issues of concern to Robert Kennedy.
“The entries this year underscored a press continually under siege, both at home and abroad,” said Kerry Kennedy, President of Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights.
Winners of the 2022 Rfk Journalism Awards were selected from over 350 global submissions to the more than 15 print, photo, broadcast, and new media categories, all of which encapsulated some of the most exemplary reporting from the past 12 months. The Rfk Book Award honors authors whose writing focuses on social justice issues of concern to Robert Kennedy.
“The entries this year underscored a press continually under siege, both at home and abroad,” said Kerry Kennedy, President of Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights.
- 5/6/2022
- Look to the Stars
Just days after his first sit-down interview following the Rust shooting, Alec Baldwin is planning his return to public life. He is set to serve as master of ceremonies for NYC’s Ripple of Hope Award Gala on Thursday.
The event, put on by Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, will be hosted by Kerry Kennedy, with Vice President Kamala Harris delivering a virtual keynote address. Stacey Abrams, poet Amanda Gorman, Clearlake Capital Group co-founder José E. Feliciano, Insight Partners managing director Deven Parekh and Verizon chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg will also be honored at the gala, held at New York Hilton Midtown.
Though ...
The event, put on by Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, will be hosted by Kerry Kennedy, with Vice President Kamala Harris delivering a virtual keynote address. Stacey Abrams, poet Amanda Gorman, Clearlake Capital Group co-founder José E. Feliciano, Insight Partners managing director Deven Parekh and Verizon chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg will also be honored at the gala, held at New York Hilton Midtown.
Though ...
- 12/6/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Just days after his first sit-down interview following the Rust shooting, Alec Baldwin is planning his return to public life. He is set to serve as master of ceremonies for NYC’s Ripple of Hope Award Gala on Thursday.
The event, put on by Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, will be hosted by Kerry Kennedy, with Vice President Kamala Harris delivering a virtual keynote address. Stacey Abrams, poet Amanda Gorman, Clearlake Capital Group co-founder José E. Feliciano, Insight Partners managing director Deven Parekh and Verizon chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg will also be honored at the gala, held at New York Hilton Midtown.
Though ...
The event, put on by Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, will be hosted by Kerry Kennedy, with Vice President Kamala Harris delivering a virtual keynote address. Stacey Abrams, poet Amanda Gorman, Clearlake Capital Group co-founder José E. Feliciano, Insight Partners managing director Deven Parekh and Verizon chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg will also be honored at the gala, held at New York Hilton Midtown.
Though ...
- 12/6/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It’s high noon for Bryan Noon at Walt Disney Television, where he has been named president of entertainment, filling the position left vacant when Craig Hunegs departed the company in May. Noon previously served as vice president of original series at Netflix, until departing a year ago as part of an organizational shuffle.
In his new role, Noon will report to Walt Disney Television chairman of entertainment Dana Walden, who made the announcement on Wednesday. Noon will take over all of the duties most recently held by Hunegs, overseeing the production and business affairs teams for Hulu Originals, Onyx Collective, ABC Entertainment and Freeform, as well as production companies ABC Signature and 20th Television. He also oversee all aspects of 20th Animation, Walt Disney Television Unscripted and Alternative, Disney Television Studios Creative Talent Development & Inclusion, 20th Digital Studios, and Creative Acquisitions.
This reps a return to the Mouse House for Noon,...
In his new role, Noon will report to Walt Disney Television chairman of entertainment Dana Walden, who made the announcement on Wednesday. Noon will take over all of the duties most recently held by Hunegs, overseeing the production and business affairs teams for Hulu Originals, Onyx Collective, ABC Entertainment and Freeform, as well as production companies ABC Signature and 20th Television. He also oversee all aspects of 20th Animation, Walt Disney Television Unscripted and Alternative, Disney Television Studios Creative Talent Development & Inclusion, 20th Digital Studios, and Creative Acquisitions.
This reps a return to the Mouse House for Noon,...
- 11/17/2021
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Walt Disney Television has hired a new President of Entertainment.
Former Netflix exec Bryan Noon has been appointed to the role after the departure of Craig Hunegs earlier this year. Hunegs joined Disney in 2019 but left six months after a major restructure changed his role.
Noon, who spent eight years at Netflix, most recently as VP, Original Series, overseeing the streamer’s business affairs team, will report to Walt Disney Television Entertainment Chairman Dana Walden, who called him the “exact right executive” to lead the team.
He will lead the production and business affairs teams for Walt Disney Television’s content brands, including Hulu Originals, Onyx Collective, ABC Entertainment and Freeform, along with production companies ABC Signature and 20th Television and will oversee all aspects of 20th Animation, Walt Disney Television Unscripted and Alternative, Disney Television Studios Creative Talent Development & Inclusion, 20th Digital Studios, and Creative Acquisitions.
Warner Bros. veteran...
Former Netflix exec Bryan Noon has been appointed to the role after the departure of Craig Hunegs earlier this year. Hunegs joined Disney in 2019 but left six months after a major restructure changed his role.
Noon, who spent eight years at Netflix, most recently as VP, Original Series, overseeing the streamer’s business affairs team, will report to Walt Disney Television Entertainment Chairman Dana Walden, who called him the “exact right executive” to lead the team.
He will lead the production and business affairs teams for Walt Disney Television’s content brands, including Hulu Originals, Onyx Collective, ABC Entertainment and Freeform, along with production companies ABC Signature and 20th Television and will oversee all aspects of 20th Animation, Walt Disney Television Unscripted and Alternative, Disney Television Studios Creative Talent Development & Inclusion, 20th Digital Studios, and Creative Acquisitions.
Warner Bros. veteran...
- 11/17/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Rory Kennedy, documentary filmmaker and daughter of the late senator Robert F. Kennedy (Rfk), and five other Kennedy siblings are speaking out against the parole recommendation granted to Rfk’s assassin Sirhan Sirhan on Friday. The ruling for the 77-year-old prisoner will next be sent to California Governor Gavin Newsom for final approval, after two of Rfk’s sons showed support of Sirhan’s parole.
Rory Kennedy shared the following statement — signed by Joseph P. Kennedy II, Courtney Kennedy, Kerry Kennedy, Christopher G. Kennedy, and Maxwell T. Kennedy — on social media.
“As children of Robert F. Kennedy, we are devastated that the man who murdered our father has been recommended for parole. Our father’s death is a very difficult matter for us to discuss publicly and for the past many decades we have declined to engage directly in the parole process,” the post began.
“Given today’s unexpected recommendation...
Rory Kennedy shared the following statement — signed by Joseph P. Kennedy II, Courtney Kennedy, Kerry Kennedy, Christopher G. Kennedy, and Maxwell T. Kennedy — on social media.
“As children of Robert F. Kennedy, we are devastated that the man who murdered our father has been recommended for parole. Our father’s death is a very difficult matter for us to discuss publicly and for the past many decades we have declined to engage directly in the parole process,” the post began.
“Given today’s unexpected recommendation...
- 8/28/2021
- by Ryan Lattanzio
- Indiewire
Kerry Kennedy is expanding her responsibilities across ABC and Disney’s new unscripted studio.
Kennedy has been promoted to EVP, Business Affairs, ABC Entertainment and Walt Disney Television Unscripted. She was previously SVP and head of business affairs for the network as well as its cable operations including Freeform.
She will now lead BA for scripted, unscripted, daytime, syndicated series, late-night programming and specials for ABC Entertainment, as well as Walt Disney Television Alternative, the non-scripted studio set up under ABC reality chief Rob Mills.
Kennedy will be responsible for deal-making and negotiations for development and production of pilots, series and specials in all day parts and will oversee new deal strategies and structures for all ABC and Wdta properties.
She joined ABC in 2002 as program attorney and rose through the ranks within the department, being named vice president of Business Affairs, ABC Entertainment, in 2006. In 2009, she was promoted to...
Kennedy has been promoted to EVP, Business Affairs, ABC Entertainment and Walt Disney Television Unscripted. She was previously SVP and head of business affairs for the network as well as its cable operations including Freeform.
She will now lead BA for scripted, unscripted, daytime, syndicated series, late-night programming and specials for ABC Entertainment, as well as Walt Disney Television Alternative, the non-scripted studio set up under ABC reality chief Rob Mills.
Kennedy will be responsible for deal-making and negotiations for development and production of pilots, series and specials in all day parts and will oversee new deal strategies and structures for all ABC and Wdta properties.
She joined ABC in 2002 as program attorney and rose through the ranks within the department, being named vice president of Business Affairs, ABC Entertainment, in 2006. In 2009, she was promoted to...
- 8/10/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
If the name Cara Kennedy-Cuomo rings no bells for you, perhaps her hyphenated last name allows some recognition. She’s the daughter of controversial New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and Robert F. Kennedy’s own daughter, Kerry Kennedy. Cara Kennedy-Cuomo is one of three daughters the former couple shares, and it’s been a tough year for her as her father’s name is dragged through the mud after more than a half-dozen women accused him of sexual harassment, and after his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic and the shocking number of nursing home death’s his office covered up, and the March 2021 Vanity
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Cara Kennedy-Cuomo...
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Cara Kennedy-Cuomo...
- 7/24/2021
- by Tiffany Raiford
- TVovermind.com
If you thought your family's annual holiday pic was one to beat, wait until you see the Kennedys. The entire tribe—spanning across at least three generations—got together for their annual Fourth of July photo and it's definitely one for the books. Kerry Kennedy, who is the third daughter of the late Senator Robert F. Kennedy, took to Instagram on July 5 to share the impressive pic of herself alongside dozens of her other family members. The writer captioned the post, "Happy Fourth of July from our family (and friends) to yours!" In the celebratory photo, the entire family struck a pose while on an outdoor lawn on what appears to...
- 7/6/2021
- E! Online
More than 200 leaders from the fields of public health, medicine, global development, and racial justice, joined faith leaders, economists, Nobel laureates, former members of Congress and artists to sign a public letter calling on President Joe Biden to champion a People’s Vaccine for Covid-19 — a public good that is freely and fairly available to all, prioritizing those most in need at home and around the world.
At a time when millions of Americans and people around the world face the dual-ills of health and economic insecurity, with communities of color facing disproportionate burdens, and where too many households stand only one health crisis away from poverty, it has never been more important to deliver a vaccine that can serve to protect everyone, everywhere.
Signers of the letter include philanthropists Abigail Disney and Chelsea Clinton, singers Gloria Estefan and Sara Bareilles, actors Aisha Tyler, Forest Whitaker, Mark Ruffalo, and Bradley Whitford,...
At a time when millions of Americans and people around the world face the dual-ills of health and economic insecurity, with communities of color facing disproportionate burdens, and where too many households stand only one health crisis away from poverty, it has never been more important to deliver a vaccine that can serve to protect everyone, everywhere.
Signers of the letter include philanthropists Abigail Disney and Chelsea Clinton, singers Gloria Estefan and Sara Bareilles, actors Aisha Tyler, Forest Whitaker, Mark Ruffalo, and Bradley Whitford,...
- 3/1/2021
- Look to the Stars
A live virtual party in honor of actor Harry Belafonte’s 94th birthday will be held on Sunday, February 28th at 7:00 p.m. Et.
The event will feature performances and appearances from Common, Danny Glover, Chuck D, Bernie Sanders with his wife Jane, Stacey Abrams, Aloe Blacc, Tamika D. Mallory, Rev. Al Sharpton, Jackie Cruz, Aja Monet, Mysonne the General, Diane Nash, Carmen Perez-Jordan, DJ Carisma, Bryan Stevenson, Kerry Kennedy, Matt Post, and more.
Proceeds from the Gathering for Harry will benefit the non-profit group the Gathering for Justice,...
The event will feature performances and appearances from Common, Danny Glover, Chuck D, Bernie Sanders with his wife Jane, Stacey Abrams, Aloe Blacc, Tamika D. Mallory, Rev. Al Sharpton, Jackie Cruz, Aja Monet, Mysonne the General, Diane Nash, Carmen Perez-Jordan, DJ Carisma, Bryan Stevenson, Kerry Kennedy, Matt Post, and more.
Proceeds from the Gathering for Harry will benefit the non-profit group the Gathering for Justice,...
- 2/16/2021
- by Claire Shaffer
- Rollingstone.com
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and his daughter Mariah Kennedy Cuomo Monday announced a New York State partnership with online luxury consignment marketplace The RealReal and dozens of local fashion designers to make and sell masks with profits going to Covid-related charities. The initiative is called ‘Mask Up’ like the funny A-list public service ad campaign the administration created earlier this year with Jane Rosenthal and Tribeca Enterprises.
A limited-edition ‘New York Tough’ mask designed by NY fashion label Public School will kick of the five-week campaign today. New themed masks will drop each week with proceeds benefiting national nonprofits Feeding America and Nurse Heroes and the New York Covid Relief Fund.
“As we continue the fight against Covid-19, one fact is clear — masks help stop the spread and save lives. But it’s also clear that Covid fatigue is setting in and that presents its own challenge,” Cuomo said.
A limited-edition ‘New York Tough’ mask designed by NY fashion label Public School will kick of the five-week campaign today. New themed masks will drop each week with proceeds benefiting national nonprofits Feeding America and Nurse Heroes and the New York Covid Relief Fund.
“As we continue the fight against Covid-19, one fact is clear — masks help stop the spread and save lives. But it’s also clear that Covid fatigue is setting in and that presents its own challenge,” Cuomo said.
- 10/26/2020
- by Jill Goldsmith
- Deadline Film + TV
J.K. Rowling has returned the prestigious Ripple of Hope award presented to her by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights organization, citing her disagreement with the organization's president, Kerry Kennedy. On Aug. 3, Kennedy said in a statement that she had spoken to Rowling to express "profound disappointment" in the author's remarks about the trans community. She shared her belief that Rowling's comments "diminishes the identity of trans and nonbinary people, undermining the validity and integrity of the entire transgender community." She went on to say, "J.K. Rowling's attacks upon the transgender community are inconsistent with the fundamental...
- 8/28/2020
- E! Online
Last December, Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling received the Ripple of Hope award from the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights organization. The award is intended to recognize people who have demonstrated a “commitment to social change.” Rowling proudly accepted, calling it “one of the highest honours I’ve ever been given” and praising Robert F. Kennedy for embodying “everything I most admire in a human being.”
Now, however, the author has sent back the award after being called out by the organization’s president Kerry Kennedy about her notorious transphobic comments earlier this year. Kennedy said:
I have spoken with J.K. Rowling to express my profound disappointment that she has chosen to use her remarkable gifts to create a narrative that diminishes the identity of trans and nonbinary people, undermining the validity and integrity of the entire transgender community—one that disproportionately suffers from violence, discrimination, harassment, and exclusion and,...
Now, however, the author has sent back the award after being called out by the organization’s president Kerry Kennedy about her notorious transphobic comments earlier this year. Kennedy said:
I have spoken with J.K. Rowling to express my profound disappointment that she has chosen to use her remarkable gifts to create a narrative that diminishes the identity of trans and nonbinary people, undermining the validity and integrity of the entire transgender community—one that disproportionately suffers from violence, discrimination, harassment, and exclusion and,...
- 8/28/2020
- by David James
- We Got This Covered
J.K. Rowling has returned the Ripple of Hope Award given to her by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Organization after the president of the organization Kerry Kennedy criticized the “Harry Potter” author for recent comments she’s made that were deemed transphobic.
Rowling in a statement to her website Friday pushed back on the criticism and asserts that she does not have hatred for transgender individuals but felt she had no choice but to return the award. Rowling received the Ripple of Hope Award in December 2019.
“The statement incorrectly implied that I was transphobic, and that I am responsible for harm to trans people,” Rowling said. “As a longstanding donor to LGBT charities and a supporter of trans people’s right to live free of persecution, I absolutely refute the accusation that I hate trans people or wish them ill, or that standing up for the rights of women is wrong,...
Rowling in a statement to her website Friday pushed back on the criticism and asserts that she does not have hatred for transgender individuals but felt she had no choice but to return the award. Rowling received the Ripple of Hope Award in December 2019.
“The statement incorrectly implied that I was transphobic, and that I am responsible for harm to trans people,” Rowling said. “As a longstanding donor to LGBT charities and a supporter of trans people’s right to live free of persecution, I absolutely refute the accusation that I hate trans people or wish them ill, or that standing up for the rights of women is wrong,...
- 8/28/2020
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Author J.K. Rowling has returned a 2019 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights organization honor after the group’s president Kerry Kennedy condemned the Harry Potter writer’s tweets as “transphobic” and “deeply troubling.”
In a lengthy, 600-word-plus statement posted yesterday on her website, Rowling denies the charge of transphobia but restates her controversial stance criticizing the gender “affirmative model” and cites “a growing number” of “experts and whistleblowers” who are “concerned about the huge rise in the numbers of girls wanting to transition.”
Rowling was snarkier in a June tweet cited by Kennedy earlier this month on the Rfk Human Rights website. The daughter of Rfk wrote: “
Over the course of June 2020 — LGBTQ Pride Month — and much to my dismay, J.K. Rowling posted deeply troubling transphobic tweets and statements. On June 6, she tweeted an article headlined “Opinion: Creating a more equal post-covid-19 world for people who menstruate.” She wrote glibly...
In a lengthy, 600-word-plus statement posted yesterday on her website, Rowling denies the charge of transphobia but restates her controversial stance criticizing the gender “affirmative model” and cites “a growing number” of “experts and whistleblowers” who are “concerned about the huge rise in the numbers of girls wanting to transition.”
Rowling was snarkier in a June tweet cited by Kennedy earlier this month on the Rfk Human Rights website. The daughter of Rfk wrote: “
Over the course of June 2020 — LGBTQ Pride Month — and much to my dismay, J.K. Rowling posted deeply troubling transphobic tweets and statements. On June 6, she tweeted an article headlined “Opinion: Creating a more equal post-covid-19 world for people who menstruate.” She wrote glibly...
- 8/28/2020
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
J.K. Rowling is set to return an award presented to her last year by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights (Rfkhr) organization after its president denounced her views on transgender issues.
The Ripple of Hope award, whose previous winners include Barack Obama, Joe Biden and archbishop Desmond Tutu, is given to people who have shown a “commitment to social change,” and was awarded to the Harry Potter author in December 2019 for her work with a children’s charity.
However, earlier this month Kerry Kennedy, president of the group and Robert F. Kennedy’s granddaughter, made a ...
The Ripple of Hope award, whose previous winners include Barack Obama, Joe Biden and archbishop Desmond Tutu, is given to people who have shown a “commitment to social change,” and was awarded to the Harry Potter author in December 2019 for her work with a children’s charity.
However, earlier this month Kerry Kennedy, president of the group and Robert F. Kennedy’s granddaughter, made a ...
- 8/28/2020
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
J.K. Rowling is set to return an award presented to her last year by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights (Rfkhr) organization after its president denounced her views on transgender issues.
The Ripple of Hope award, whose previous winners include Barack Obama, Joe Biden and archbishop Desmond Tutu, is given to people who have shown a “commitment to social change,” and was awarded to the Harry Potter author in December 2019 for her work with a children’s charity.
However, earlier this month Kerry Kennedy, president of the group and Robert F. Kennedy’s granddaughter, made a ...
The Ripple of Hope award, whose previous winners include Barack Obama, Joe Biden and archbishop Desmond Tutu, is given to people who have shown a “commitment to social change,” and was awarded to the Harry Potter author in December 2019 for her work with a children’s charity.
However, earlier this month Kerry Kennedy, president of the group and Robert F. Kennedy’s granddaughter, made a ...
- 8/28/2020
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling has emerged into a fresh controversy after she returned the Ripple of Hope Award bestowed upon her by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights organization in December 2019, following criticism from Kerry Kennedy. Kerry is the daughter of Robert F. Kennedy, and the president of the organization.
“Over the course of June 2020 — LGBTQ Pride Month — and much to my dismay, J.K. Rowling posted deeply troubling transphobic tweets and statements,” Kennedy posted on the organization’s website on Aug. 3. “On June 6, she tweeted an article headlined “Opinion: Creating a more equal post-covid-19 world for people who menstruate.” She wrote glibly and dismissively about transgender identity: ‘People who menstruate.’ I’m sure there used to be a word for those people. Someone help me out. Wumben? Wimpund? Woomud?”
Kennedy said she had spoken with Rowling “to express my profound disappointment that she has chosen to use her...
“Over the course of June 2020 — LGBTQ Pride Month — and much to my dismay, J.K. Rowling posted deeply troubling transphobic tweets and statements,” Kennedy posted on the organization’s website on Aug. 3. “On June 6, she tweeted an article headlined “Opinion: Creating a more equal post-covid-19 world for people who menstruate.” She wrote glibly and dismissively about transgender identity: ‘People who menstruate.’ I’m sure there used to be a word for those people. Someone help me out. Wumben? Wimpund? Woomud?”
Kennedy said she had spoken with Rowling “to express my profound disappointment that she has chosen to use her...
- 8/28/2020
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
This story appears in the May 2020 issue of Rolling Stone, on newsstands May 5th.
On March 1st, New York reported its first confirmed case of Covid-19, after a Manhattan health care worker in her late thirties, who had visited Iran, tested positive at a hospital in the city. Six days later, that number had jumped to 89, and Gov. Andrew Cuomo declared a state of emergency.
Two days later, Donald Trump tweeted, “So last year 37,000 Americans died from the common Flu. It averages between 27,000 and 70,000 per year. Nothing is shut down,...
On March 1st, New York reported its first confirmed case of Covid-19, after a Manhattan health care worker in her late thirties, who had visited Iran, tested positive at a hospital in the city. Six days later, that number had jumped to 89, and Gov. Andrew Cuomo declared a state of emergency.
Two days later, Donald Trump tweeted, “So last year 37,000 Americans died from the common Flu. It averages between 27,000 and 70,000 per year. Nothing is shut down,...
- 4/13/2020
- by Mark Binelli
- Rollingstone.com
Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights today announced its 2019 Ripple of Hope laureates: U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Jk Rowling, writer of the renowned Harry Potter series and founder of the children’s charity Lumos; Wendy Abrams, environmental activist and founder of Cool Globes, Inc; and Glen Tullman, founder and executive chairman of Livongo Health.
Laureates were selected for their lifelong commitment to human rights and their exceptional work toward a more just and peaceful world.
“My father believed that each time a person stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, they send forth a tiny ripple of hope,” said Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights President Kerry Kennedy. “We are proud to honor these extraordinary laureates who have sent forth countless ripples of hope to millions of people inspired by their example.”
Kennedy will present the awards to the...
Laureates were selected for their lifelong commitment to human rights and their exceptional work toward a more just and peaceful world.
“My father believed that each time a person stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, they send forth a tiny ripple of hope,” said Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights President Kerry Kennedy. “We are proud to honor these extraordinary laureates who have sent forth countless ripples of hope to millions of people inspired by their example.”
Kennedy will present the awards to the...
- 8/14/2019
- Look to the Stars
The Eighth Annual Better World Awards, themed Roc4Humanity, and benefitting Wells of Life was held on Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at The Loeb Boathouse where it recognized outstanding humanitarians who have made the world a better place.
Jean Shafiroff Attends Better World Awards
Credit/Copyright: Krista Kennell
Jean Shafiroff was presented with the Humanitarian Philanthropist Award, by New York State Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright. Acclaimed photographer Harry Benson, Cbe, was presented with the Humanitarian Arts Award by Kerry Kennedy, President of Robert F. Kennedy of Human Rights Foundation. Philanthropist and author. Fred Schneider was given the Humanitarian Musician Award, and Claudinette Jean, wife of Wyclef Jean, was given the Humanitarian Helping Hand Award.
The event was hosted by CBS Radio and CNN anchor, Rita Cosby, and Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin, CEO of SohoMuse.
Acclaimed by critics around the world as one of the greatest living guitarists, eight-time Grammy Award-winning musician, Jose Feliciano celebrated...
Jean Shafiroff Attends Better World Awards
Credit/Copyright: Krista Kennell
Jean Shafiroff was presented with the Humanitarian Philanthropist Award, by New York State Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright. Acclaimed photographer Harry Benson, Cbe, was presented with the Humanitarian Arts Award by Kerry Kennedy, President of Robert F. Kennedy of Human Rights Foundation. Philanthropist and author. Fred Schneider was given the Humanitarian Musician Award, and Claudinette Jean, wife of Wyclef Jean, was given the Humanitarian Helping Hand Award.
The event was hosted by CBS Radio and CNN anchor, Rita Cosby, and Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin, CEO of SohoMuse.
Acclaimed by critics around the world as one of the greatest living guitarists, eight-time Grammy Award-winning musician, Jose Feliciano celebrated...
- 11/30/2018
- Look to the Stars
Christopher Lawford, one of John F. Kennedy’s nephews and an actor on shows including “General Hospital” and “Frasier,” died on Tuesday of a heart attack. He was 63.
His relatives confirmed that he passed away in Vancouver, Canada. Lawford appeared in the aforementioned shows, as well as “All My Children” and the 2013 film, “Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines.”
TMZ reported that his death stemmed from a “medical emergency” at a yoga studio earlier that night, and appeared to be from “natural causes.”
Lawford’s cousin, Patrick J. Kennedy, tweeted, “To the world he was an author, actor, & activist, but to the recovery community he was a pioneer – living proof that long-term recovery was possible,” referring to Lawford’s drug addiction and subsequent sobriety. Lawford had spoken openly about his addiction, penning a book about it in 2016 titled “Symptoms of Withdrawal: A Memoir of Snapshots and Redemption.”
Kerry Kennedy, the daughter of Robert F.
His relatives confirmed that he passed away in Vancouver, Canada. Lawford appeared in the aforementioned shows, as well as “All My Children” and the 2013 film, “Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines.”
TMZ reported that his death stemmed from a “medical emergency” at a yoga studio earlier that night, and appeared to be from “natural causes.”
Lawford’s cousin, Patrick J. Kennedy, tweeted, “To the world he was an author, actor, & activist, but to the recovery community he was a pioneer – living proof that long-term recovery was possible,” referring to Lawford’s drug addiction and subsequent sobriety. Lawford had spoken openly about his addiction, penning a book about it in 2016 titled “Symptoms of Withdrawal: A Memoir of Snapshots and Redemption.”
Kerry Kennedy, the daughter of Robert F.
- 9/5/2018
- by Linda Xu
- The Wrap
Christopher Lawford, a veteran actor and activist whose uncles were Ted, Robert and President John Kennedy and was the son of Peter Lawford, has died. He was 63. His cousin Kerry Kennedy announced the news on social media but gave no details:
We mourn the loss of my cousin Christopher Lawford, Rest in Peace.
Pictured here with our family at the 2004 Democratic Convention and with his wonderful son, David. pic.twitter.com/GLlCvN7xkv
— Kerry Kennedy (@KerryKennedyRFK) September 5, 2018
Lawford had dozens of film and TV credits during a 30-year acting career. He appeared in features ranging from Impulse and The Doors to Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines and Thirteen Days — a Cuban Missile Crisis tale that featured his uncles JFK and Rfk as characters. He also guested on such popular TV series as Frasier, Silk Stalkings, Chicago Hope and The O.C. He also appeared on the daytime soaps All My Children and General Hospital.
We mourn the loss of my cousin Christopher Lawford, Rest in Peace.
Pictured here with our family at the 2004 Democratic Convention and with his wonderful son, David. pic.twitter.com/GLlCvN7xkv
— Kerry Kennedy (@KerryKennedyRFK) September 5, 2018
Lawford had dozens of film and TV credits during a 30-year acting career. He appeared in features ranging from Impulse and The Doors to Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines and Thirteen Days — a Cuban Missile Crisis tale that featured his uncles JFK and Rfk as characters. He also guested on such popular TV series as Frasier, Silk Stalkings, Chicago Hope and The O.C. He also appeared on the daytime soaps All My Children and General Hospital.
- 9/5/2018
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Washington — Groups of young activists involved in gun control, immigration, the environment, and race relations were honored at the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Awards in a ceremony that took place on the 50th anniversary of Kennedy’s final campaign victory and tragic death.
Those recognized included students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School for demanding action on gun violence and for their work in organizing March for Our Lives.
Cameron Kasky, an organizer of the march, told the crowd that his generation was “often shrugged off as selfish, image-obsessed, and ignorant people.” He said, “our generation has inspired each other by standing up, to keep moving forward, to keep bolstering the voices of others our age, and to work with people from other generations.”
“Bobby was tough. He was relentless. He looked at the world and saw something that could be so much better,” Kasky said, surrounded by other...
Those recognized included students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School for demanding action on gun violence and for their work in organizing March for Our Lives.
Cameron Kasky, an organizer of the march, told the crowd that his generation was “often shrugged off as selfish, image-obsessed, and ignorant people.” He said, “our generation has inspired each other by standing up, to keep moving forward, to keep bolstering the voices of others our age, and to work with people from other generations.”
“Bobby was tough. He was relentless. He looked at the world and saw something that could be so much better,” Kasky said, surrounded by other...
- 6/5/2018
- by Ted Johnson
- Variety Film + TV
Ashley Judd, USC researcher Dr. Stacy Smith and other #MeToo and Time’s Up activists said Monday that the work to reduce sexual harassment has not waned in the months since Hollywood and other industries have been forced to reckon with longstanding gender abuses and disparities.
Speaking at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, Judd said the #MeToo movement has been able to build on the work of activists like Tarana Burke, who first launched the movement years ago.
Judd was among the first women to go on the record last fall about her experience with disgraced Hollywood titan, Harvey Weinstein. In the months since, dozens of men have been felled by allegations of sexual misconduct, including most recently, a conviction of sexual assault against Bill Cosby — the first of the #MeToo era.
As the panel was unfolding, news broke that Judd had filed a lawsuit against Weinstein,...
Speaking at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, Judd said the #MeToo movement has been able to build on the work of activists like Tarana Burke, who first launched the movement years ago.
Judd was among the first women to go on the record last fall about her experience with disgraced Hollywood titan, Harvey Weinstein. In the months since, dozens of men have been felled by allegations of sexual misconduct, including most recently, a conviction of sexual assault against Bill Cosby — the first of the #MeToo era.
As the panel was unfolding, news broke that Judd had filed a lawsuit against Weinstein,...
- 4/30/2018
- by Ricardo Lopez
- Variety Film + TV
On December 13, The Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights hosted the annual Ripple of Hope Awards dinner at the New York Hilton that raised over $3 Million.
Hilaria and Alec Baldwin Attend Ripple of Hope Awards dinner
Credit/Copyright: Getty Images/Jason Kempin
Ethel Kennedy presented Harry Belafonte, Alex Gorsky, Chairman and CEO of Johnson & Johnson, and Hamdi Ulukaya, founder of Chobani with the Ripple of Hope Award, an award that celebrates leaders of international business, entertainment, and activist communities who have demonstrated a commitment to social change.
Alec Baldwin acted as the evening’s Master of Ceremonies for the dinner, which was hosted by Ethel Kennedy, Kerry Kennedy, Philip W. Johnston, B. Scott Minerd, Marvin S. Rosen, Robert & Hope Smith, Pedro Torres-Mackie and Donato Tramuto.
Other notable guests included: Hilaria Baldwin, Tony Bennett, Kenneth Cole & Maria Cuomo Cole, Thomas Dinapoli, Kathryn Erbe, D’Brickshaw Ferguson, Peter Frampton, Pamela Frank, Whoopi Goldberg,...
Hilaria and Alec Baldwin Attend Ripple of Hope Awards dinner
Credit/Copyright: Getty Images/Jason Kempin
Ethel Kennedy presented Harry Belafonte, Alex Gorsky, Chairman and CEO of Johnson & Johnson, and Hamdi Ulukaya, founder of Chobani with the Ripple of Hope Award, an award that celebrates leaders of international business, entertainment, and activist communities who have demonstrated a commitment to social change.
Alec Baldwin acted as the evening’s Master of Ceremonies for the dinner, which was hosted by Ethel Kennedy, Kerry Kennedy, Philip W. Johnston, B. Scott Minerd, Marvin S. Rosen, Robert & Hope Smith, Pedro Torres-Mackie and Donato Tramuto.
Other notable guests included: Hilaria Baldwin, Tony Bennett, Kenneth Cole & Maria Cuomo Cole, Thomas Dinapoli, Kathryn Erbe, D’Brickshaw Ferguson, Peter Frampton, Pamela Frank, Whoopi Goldberg,...
- 12/19/2017
- Look to the Stars
Celebrity chef Sandra Lee sent sweet graduation wishes to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo‘s daughters, sharing rare family photos from their celebrations on a boat in Boston.
“This weekend is graduation for two of my three daughters, Cara from Harvard and Mariah from Brown..wow…,” she said of her longtime love’s girls — whose mother is Kerry Kennedy — in a Facebook post on Thursday.
The 50-year-old continued, “Of these gifts, my greatest gift of all have been my three daughters. I became their weekend mom, their Semi-Homemade mom, when the twins were 10 and the youngest just turning 8—Our graduating...
“This weekend is graduation for two of my three daughters, Cara from Harvard and Mariah from Brown..wow…,” she said of her longtime love’s girls — whose mother is Kerry Kennedy — in a Facebook post on Thursday.
The 50-year-old continued, “Of these gifts, my greatest gift of all have been my three daughters. I became their weekend mom, their Semi-Homemade mom, when the twins were 10 and the youngest just turning 8—Our graduating...
- 5/26/2017
- by Katherine Richter
- PEOPLE.com
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's youngest daughter, Michaela Kennedy Cuomo, was reportedly hospitalized on Wednesday after being found unconscious in her Westchester home. News 12 Westchester reports that Michaela, 17, was taken to Westchester Medical Center, where she was treated and released. At the time, she was at the Bedford, New York, home she shared with mother Kerry Kennedy, the daughter of the late Robert F. Kennedy. According to the Daily News, Cuomo declined to comment on Michaela's hospitalization on Thursday. It is still unclear what caused her to fall unconscious. Michaela is the youngest of Cuomo's three daughters with ex-wife Kennedy,...
- 3/20/2015
- by Maria Mercedes Lara, @maria_mercedes
- PEOPLE.com
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