Bethenny Frankel has taken a stand in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.
The reality television star has shown her support for Israelis by posting a video asking for donations from well-meaning fans who want to help those affected by the war. The announcement came days after a surprise attack by Hamas that involved thousands of rockets and fighters crossing the border — an invasion Israel had not seen since the 1948 War of Independence.
Bethenny Frankel Asks For Funds From Well-Meaning Fans Amid Israel’s War Camp
Over the weekend, videos and images depicting mosques and residential buildings reduced to rubble in Gaza, Israel while the death toll in the territory rose to at least 436 people on Monday, flooded social media.
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In the midst of the chaos, Frankel decided to use the same forum to deliver a message that he strongly believes in and will hold for a long time. Starting with a clip showing her in a floral long-sleeved dress, a heart-shaped pendant and her hair in a bun, the “Real Housewives of New York” alum said:
“As with Ukraine when it started, I will not tolerate disputes in my comments and discussions about things that do not include helping people who are human, [their] the human condition, innocent victims, and homeless people, family members. [People] which is nothing. So, if you want to fight other people, please this is not the place.”
Still wearing the same floral number, the 52-year-old reappears in a second video, this time talking about how interested parties can help Israel. In his words:
“We don’t need you to collect items for donations from big companies around the world. We usually provide infrastructure where the disaster, if it is so far. And then individuals will come to get help from us for their specific endeavors, locations, schools, and wherever they need it.”
After explaining that what she needs most from her followers and fans is for them to spread the word to donate, Frankel added that people can do “small fundraisers” in their communities if that makes them “feel more involved.”
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Ditching the “just out of bed” outfit, the entrepreneur made a third video with a full face of makeup, her dark hair properly styled, and the sun kissing her skin. Here, he states:
“We have cargo planes that are going to be filled with aid coming into the area and a lot of people are asking about donating to a very specific charity, the hospital but their concern is that they’re not 501c3 so they’re going to take a tax hit. So, we donate to certain other people based on individual needs.”
Headlining “Bethenny” closed the taping by instructing the audience to tell her which charity they would like to donate to. In addition to warning people not to mince words in his comments at the start of the Ukraine-Russia war, Frankel has successfully distributed more than 100,000 relief kits, equivalent to about $10 million in aid.
Following the laudable effort, he revealed that while large corporations contributed significantly to the effort, the majority of contributions were smaller “lunch money” contributions from individuals. Explaining it at the time, the “Bethenny & Fredik” star shared:
“The majority of the $15 to maybe $20 million now in cash is from $5 and $10 donations from individuals. There was one person who made a seven-figure donation, and one person who made a donation of several thousand dollars, but the others were really just [enough for] meal and it changes lives.”
Guy Oseary frowns on attacks in his home country
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Three major Hollywood entertainment stars, besides Frankel, have spoken out against attacks on Israel. As reported by The Blast, these superstars include comedian and actress Amy Schumer, Israeli-born talent manager Guy Oseary, and actress Gal Gadot.
According to the report, Oseary led the charge, taking to Instagram to post a viral video on Instagram highlighting gruesome scenes from the Hamas attack. Early slides showed a woman, later confirmed as Noa, pleading for help after being kidnapped, and a man being forcibly taken away by a group of men. In the caption, he wrote:
“This is terrible.. this killing is being celebrated by the government/regime in Iran. Many women, children, and old people were taken from their homes and kidnapped. I always pray for peace. ALWAYS. I always speak for my Jewish community and also speak for my Arab brothers. I have no words today. Just heartbroken. Only tears.”
Following Oseary’s lead, Schumer reposted the same footage and caption to her own Instagram page, adding her own comments below the author’s comments. He stated, “Jews are the only group that is not allowed to defend themselves. This has nothing to do with the occupation.”
On her own Instagram page, Gadot posted a news clip reporting that Hamas militants had kidnapped several Israeli civilians and soldiers amid the attack. His caption described the dire situation, stating:
“Hamas holds hostages, controls bases, and settlements in Israel. There were over 1,500 casualties, and heavy fighting continued. ‘I heard their voices and they knocked on the door. I am with my two little children.’ My heart hurts.”
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