Celebrities are often seen walking along red carpets, but this Saturday, several of them decided to walk for a purpose.
Dozens of well-recognized names chose to lend their fame in the battle against gun violence in America by taking part in numerous “March for our Lives” demonstrations across the United States.
The protests were a reaction to the shooting which took place at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida on the 14th of February during which 17 students were killed.
Those participating in the call for stricter gun-control laws included Lady Gaga who was in New York:
Hamilton’s star, Lin-Manuel Miranda:
Backstage at the March, with our future pic.twitter.com/fz8616MKY1
— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) March 24, 2018
Kim Kardashian West was joined by her family:
As was Miley Cyrus by hers:
Surrounded by heroines! Lucky to be here at this moment in history with the ones I love! #MarchForOurLives pic.twitter.com/xVF4sDVofh
— Miley Ray Cyrus (@MileyCyrus) March 24, 2018
Snoop Dogg stood for peace:
Proud of all the kids sharing their message of peace 2day 🙏🏿 Protect kids, not guns! Use your voice n let’s fix this #IWillMarch #MarchForOurLives pic.twitter.com/gYZwBj14cS
— Snoop Dogg (@SnoopDogg) March 24, 2018
Debra Messing called attention to the kids trying to change the world:
I stand with the brave, indomitable kids who galvanized a nation, a world, &did not take inaction as an answer. You have put the “adults” in DC to shame. CS gun laws with finally be enacted, &you will be the Heroes of a generation. TODAY you lead us all. #MarchForOurLives
— Debra Messing (@DebraMessing) March 24, 2018
As did Lena Dunham:
The Los Angeles March for Our Lives is beautiful. Our children did this. All around the country. They can’t be stopped.
— 💎 Lena Dunham 💎 (@lenadunham) March 24, 2018
And Dwayne Johnson reiterated his support for open dialogue and action:
Other stars who donated money to the cause include George and Amal Clooney, Oprah, Steven Spielberg, Justin Bieber, Harry Styles, John Legend and Chrissy Teigen, as well as Jimmy Fallon.
