Famous Humanitarian - List of Famous Humanitarian - page 11

Many moguls and entrepreneurs have put themselves in the spotlight for reasons apart from their bread-winning professions. They have earned the title of humanitarian by risking the public’s cynicisms and going the mile to lend a helping hand to those in dire need of help, around the world. Some of them have even taken the step to bid their glamorous careers goodbye and switch gears to spend every waking hour doing their bit to change the world for the impoverished. True humanitarianism shows no boundaries- age, gender, sexual orientation, religious views, nationality, and with these established names doing their bit to reach out, sets an example to the rest of the world. With their untiring dedication and efforts, these famous celebs have helped throw light on critical issues- both domestic and international, inspiring the rest of the world to help spread joy and health. There are tons of charities and initiatives that dig deep into the crucial matters of the poverty-stricken and the resource-deprived, which are either headed by famous celebs or play an important role in it. Stars like Angelina Jolie, Shakira, Bill Gates, and Warren Buffett are known for their selfless approach when it comes to humanitarianism. There are humanitarians who also spare no time to help those affected by disasters and natural calamities; one being the famous actor Jackie Chan who has raised millions during cases like these. From initiatives that help prevent HIV to trusts and charities that bring education to the forgotten lands, it is the sole efforts of these humanitarians that help restore complete faith in humanity.

Here's all you need to know about the humanitarians and their selfless sacrifices for the underprivileged around the world.

The Most Famous Humanitarian

NameBirthdayNationalityBio
Joyce MeyerJune 4, 1943AmericanJoyce Meyer is a Christian author and speaker
Benny HinnDecember 3, 1952IsraeliBenny Hinn is a televangelist who initiated the faith healing summit called Miracle Crusades
Nicole KidmanJune 20, 1967Australian, AmericanNicole Kidman is one of the most talented actors that the Hollywood film industry can boast of
PeleOctober 23, 1940BrazilianPele is considered as the greatest footballer in the history of the game
Brad PittDecember 18, 1963AmericanBrad Pitt is a famous American actor, known for his movies, ‘Ocean’s Eleven’, ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’, and ‘World War Z’
Hadi SaeiJune 10, 1976IranianHadi Saei Bonehkohal is a former Iranian taekwondo athlete who has won 2 Olympic gold medals for his country
Natalie ImbrugliaFebruary 4, 1975AustralianAcquaint yourself with the profile, childhood, life and timeline of the Australian singer-songwriter, Natalie Imbruglia from the biography below.
Joaquin PhoenixOctober 28, 1974AmericanJoaquin Phoenix is a famed actor of Hollywood known for the films, ‘Walk the Line’ and ‘Gladiator’
Al-Waleed bin TalalMarch 7, 1955Saudi ArabianAl Waleed Bin Talal is the owner of ‘Kingdom Holding Company’ and is one of the richest individuals in the world
Anita RoddickOctober 23, 1942BritishAnita Roddick was the founder of ‘The Body Shop’, the popular cosmetic brand
Paul Stanley

Paul Stanley

Paul Stanley is a famous American hard rock guitarist, singer, songwriter and painter

AmericanJanuary 20, 1952326 views

Oliver Stone

Oliver Stone is a highly acclaimed and appreciated film director, who is the proud recipient of three Academy Awards and one Golden Globe award

AmericanSeptember 15, 1946152 views

Nick Carter

Nick Carter is one of the members of the hit boy band, ‘Backstreet Boys’ and is currently a singer, songwriter and an entertainer

AmericanJanuary 28, 198093 views

Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie is a famous American singer, musician and actor

AmericanJune 20, 1949149 views

Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix is a famed actor of Hollywood known for the films, ‘Walk the Line’ and ‘Gladiator’

AmericanOctober 28, 1974651 views

Kathy Bates

Kathy Bates is an Academy Award Winning American actress and director

AmericanJune 28, 1948144 views

Julian Lennon

Julian Lennon is a popular British musician and the son of John Lennon

BritishApril 8, 1963136 views

Jerry Rice

Jerry Rice is one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history

AmericanOctober 13, 1962200 views

Hikaru Utada

Hikaru Utada is a popular Japanese American pop singer and songwriter

JapaneseJanuary 19, 1983244 views

Dustin Hoffman

Dustin Hoffman is an Oscar winning American actor whose acting career kick started with the epic Hollywood movie ‘The Graduate’

AmericanAugust 8, 1937191 views