Beyoncé has contributed $2.5 million to a newly launched LA Fire Relief Fund created by her charitable foundation, BeyGOOD, reports ABC News. The foundation posted on Instagram, “The fund is earmarked to aid families in the Altadena/Pasadena area who lost their home, and to churches and community centers to address the immediate needs of those affected by the wildfires.” Beyoncé’s mother Tina Knowles’s bungalow in Malibu was destroyed by the Los Angeles fires. Tina wrote on Instagram, “It was my favorite place, my sanctuary, my sacred happy place, now it is gone. God Bless all the brave men and women in our fire department who risked their lives in dangerous conditions.” Prayers go out to Tina Knowles and everyone in Los Angeles who lost their homes and possessions…….
On Jan. 10, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry showed up at an evacuation center and food bank to show their support for survivors and responders of the Los Angeles wildfires, reports Vogue. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited the Pasadena Convention Center where they served food and spoke with locals and emergency workers to whom they offered comfort. According to CNN, the royal couple also donated money to efforts through their Archewell Foundation, as well as clothing, children’s items, and other essential supplies. Other sources said they also opened their home in Montecito, California to displaced neighbors and friends…….
On Jan. 13, well-renowned celebrity trainer, fitness expert, mental advocate, and transformation coach, Shaun T, launched the first episode of his new motivational podcast, “T is for Transformation.” New episodes will be released biweekly, on Mondays, across all podcast platforms. Each episode delves into the heart of what it means to fundamentally change one’s life, whether it’s by overcoming insurmountable odds, embarking on a journey of self-discovery, or making a shift to lead a healthier, more fulfilling life…..
Media guru Angelo Ellerbee, author of the Amazon Books’ bestseller, “Before I Let You Go,” is a man on the move. Ellerbee, an Out Magazine Storytellers and Leaders honoree, appeared on Sirius XM’s “Sway in the Morning,” on Jan 14. On Saturday, Jan. 25, a book signing for “Before I Let You Go” will be hosted by veteran Philadelphia radio personality Patty Jackson at the Sharon Hill Public Library at noon ET. Prior to the signing, Ms. Jackson will interview Ellerbee for her top-rated daily midday program on WDAS-FM …