A Million Acts of Hope anti-hate campaign celebrities

Celebrities back A Million Acts of Hope anti-hate drive

A group of well-known public figures from across entertainment has joined an anti-hate campaign called A Million Acts of Hope.

The campaign is described as a week of action aimed at countering rising hate and division across Britain. The stories single out a range of famous faces—including performers spanning TV and music—who are lending their visibility to the effort.

What’s included

• A coordinated week-long action window centered on promoting unity.
• A focus on pushing back against hate and division.
• Celebrity participation intended to broaden awareness and encourage participation.

Notable participants mentioned

• Dame Joanna Lumley
• Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Why it matters

Celebrity involvement can amplify a campaign’s reach quickly, and that’s the goal here: turning attention to social cohesion at a time when the campaign materials describe hate and division as increasing. The story positions the drive not as a one-day statement, but as an organized week of public-facing actions, with recognizable names helping keep the message in front of a broad audience.