Russia-Ukraine War: What Famous Celebrities Have to Say

In addition, Russian public figures, like singer Regina Spektor and tennis professional Andrey Rublev, have spoken out, requesting peace. Let us learn more about what other celebrities say.

Hayden Panettiere

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Heroes actress Hayden Panettiere is the ex-fiancé of Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko. They together have a daughter Kaya, 7. The boxer has custody of Kaya, who resides with him in Kiev. However, Hayden has confirmed that her daughter is safe, but she did not disclose her location.

Panettiere also posted her photo with Klitschko in Ukraine, and the caption was about the “strength of the Ukrainian people.” Actress also wrote, “Putin is doing a complete disgrace. This horrific situation sends a terrific message that it is okay to violate the rights of freedom.” She also said that she is praying for her friends, family, and everyone fighting there.  

Sean Penn

American director and actor Sean Penn traveled to Ukraine on February 24 with his film crew. He had been making a documentary on the Russian-Ukrainian conflict since November. He especially went to Kiev to record all events happening in Ukraine and tell the World the truth about Russia’s aggression.

Sean Penn is among those celebrities who support Ukraine. He demonstrates bravery by supporting the fight for freedom. He also wrote on Twitter that “There is already a brutal mistake for humanity made by Mr. Putin by taking people’s lives. President Zelensky and people from Ukraine have risen as a symbol of principle and courage.”

Cardi B

American rapper Cardi B also tried to put this situation in perspective in a tweet.  She wishes world leaders could stop tripping about power and think about people getting affected by the crisis. War and invasions should be the last thing all leaders should worry about.

Regina Spektor

A Grammy-nominated singer Regina Spektor compared Putin’s actions to the Nazis during World War II in her Instagram post. She mentioned that her heart hurts because many works of art and music portray war horrors, but masters of war still rise in the nation. 

She said that there were Nazis in the World, and still some are left. But in Ukraine, several civilians are being pulled into a war, and Russia is sending children to fight and die without any reason.

Motsi Mabuse

Motsi Mabuse took to social media and revealed that her husband’s parents stranded in Ukraine could not reach the Polish border. The Strictly Come Dancing judge, 40, said on Twitter that she was ‘heartbroken’ after talking to her ‘crying’ mother-in-law, who can not flee to Poland.

Motsi also added that her parents had to go outside and switch off water and gas. Also, they do not have any possibility to get to the border. 

Then, the South African-German dancer shared in German to become sensitive while addressing this topic with Ukraine people.