Famous Humanitarian - List of Famous Humanitarian - page 6

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
Fazle Hasan Abed

Fazle Hasan Abed

Fazle Abed, a Bangladeshi social worker, is known for his efforts for improving the conditions for the underprivileged

BangladeshiApril 27, 1936172 views

Akong Rinpoche

Akong Rinpoche was a Tibetan tulku of the ‘Karma Kagyu’ lineage, who played a vital role in establishing Tibetan Buddhism worldwide

ChineseDecember 25, 1939115 views

Marcel Khalife

Marcel Khalifé is a Lebanese musician and singer

LebaneseJune 10, 1950129 views

Rigoberta Menchú

Rigoberta Menchu has dedicated her life for betterment of the people of her nation and is credited to bring an end to Guatemalan Civil War

Jaslene Gonzalez

Jaslene Gonzalez is a reputed Latina fashion model based in the United States

AmericanMay 29, 1986122 views

Hassan Fathy

Hassan Fathy is Egypt’s most well-known architect since the famous Imhotep, the world’s earliest known designer

EgyptianMarch 23, 1900185 views

Hadi Saei

Hadi Saei Bonehkohal is a former Iranian taekwondo athlete who has won 2 Olympic gold medals for his country

IranianJune 10, 1976810 views

Tessa Sanderson

A famous sports personality, Tessa Sanderson, is the first black women to win an Olympic gold and has founded a charitable sports training center

AmericanMarch 14, 1956200 views

Queen Rania of Jordan

Queen Rania of Jordan is the Queen consort of Jordon

JordanianAugust 31, 1970132 views

Aruna Asaf Ali

Aruna Asaf Ali was an Indian freedom fighter who is best known for hoisting Indian National Congress flag at the Gowalia Tank maidan in Bombay during the Quit India Movement

IndianJuly 16, 1909302 views