‘The Matrix’ actor Keanu Reeves supports victims of Beirut explosion  

  • 8/18/2020
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DUBAI: Canadian actor Keanu Reeves has shown his solidarity to victims of the Beirut explosion this week. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @arabnews.lifestyle On Sunday, the 55-year-old tuned into a live fundraiser stream on Instagram organized by Lebanese-American stand-up comedian Nemr Abou Nassar. On Aug. 4, a massive explosion, near Beirut"s port area, broke through the Lebanese capital city killing over 200 people, injuring thousands and leaving 300,000 without a home. The cause is close to the “The Matrix” star personally. Reeves was born in Beirut, though he spent much of his childhood in Canada. Thirty-two celebrities and influencers took part in the live stream, some of which included Lebanese-Australian model Jessica Kahawaty, Egyptian comedian Bassem Youssef, Lebanese actress Cynthia Samuel and Yemeni comedian Badr Saleh. The session raised $57,000 for the Lebanese Red Cross. Reeves is among a long list of celebrities who have shown support for the Levant nation following the blast. Part-Palestinian model Bella Hadid, American actor George Clooney and his wife, Lebanese-British human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, Canadian singer The Weeknd and more have donated to various Lebanese charities in the wake of the tragic event.

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