Showbiz couple Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively donate up to 1 million for Ukraine | Stars

entertainment">“In 48 hours, countless Ukrainians were forced to leave their homes on their way to neighboring countries. They need protection,” Ryan tweeted. The Deadpoolactor says he and his wife will double every dollar donated until they spend a total of $1 million.

entertainment">The donations are collected by the United Nations. According to the organization, nearly 120,000 Ukrainians have been forced to leave their homes since the Russian invasion began on Thursday. The UN warned on Saturday that a total of 4 million residents could flee their country if the war continues.

entertainment">Ryan and Blake have made generous charitable donations in the past. During the corona crisis, for example, they donated several times to food banks and organizations that provide meals to people in need. The couple also recently made a donation of $13,000 to a football player and his wife, who gave birth to a lifeless child.

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