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Tengrinews.kz - Famous actor Leonardo DiCaprio has spoken out about the Los Angeles wildfires.
The artist posted a message in his Instagram story.
"The Los Angeles wildfires are devastating our city. I am committing $1 million in partnership with Grewild's Rapid Response Program to support both urgent needs and post-fire recovery efforts. Initial aid will immediately benefit the LA Fire Department Foundation, California Fire Foundation, World Central Kitchen, California Community Foundation, Pasadena Humane Society, and SoCal Fire Fund - organizations on the frontlines providing much-needed resources to our first responders and firefighters, and the people, animals and communities who need it most," the actor said in a statement.
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Leonardo DiCaprio is not the first celebrity to decide to support the city in a difficult situation. For example, singer Beyonce donated $2.5 million through her BeyGOOD foundation. She specified that the money would go to directly support families who lost their homes and public organizations actively involved in providing assistance.
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In addition, actress Eva Longoria, according to media reports, also donated a million dollars to victims of the Los Angeles fires.
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Earlier, it became known that the damage from the massive Los Angeles wildfires continues to grow. According to preliminary estimates, the amount of losses has reached amounts in the corridor from 250 to 275 billion dollars.
