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Do you celebrate veterans? Well, these celebrities know how to give back to military men and women.
A lot of celebs honor veterans online, but some of these stars have donated millions of dollars, helped fundraise, set up charities, and much more. The support they show for their veterans is simply admirable.
To see what lengths these celebrities go to support their vets, click through the following gallery.
The actor has spent a lot of time visiting veterans and soldiers in hospitals and on bases.
One of the first times McConaughey posted on social media was to honor veterans.
Cpl. Kelsey De Santis extended an invitation to Timberlake on YouTube asking him to join her at the Marine Corps Ball in Richmond, and he went!
Katy Perry has performed several times for troops and veterans, including performing on 'VH1 Divas Salute the Troops.'
Schwarzenegger is well known for his philanthropy, so it comes as no surprise that he's been spending time with veterans and soldiers and donating to veterans charities for years.
Bruce Willis teamed with Sobieski Vodka to help raise funds for the Fisher House Foundation. He gave large sums of money and took part in fundraising events, too. Fisher homes are where families can stay free of charge while visiting relatives who have been injured.
Tom Brady also sent out a heartfelt message on his Instagram to troops and veterans, saying, "at the end of the day, we play a game, and it wouldn't be possible without the real heroes."
Wahlberg is an active supporter of the Wounded Warrior Project's charitable efforts.
Country music star Faith Hill honored a Green Beret veteran who frequents one of her favorite coffee shops in Tennessee on social media.
After visiting the Brookes Army Medical Center to participate in a Purple Heart presentation, Denzel Washington was so moved that he donated a huge sum of money to help construct a new Fisher home on the BAMC premises.
The Grammy Award-winning singer organized a fundraiser supporting a military charity.
Sandler has put out numerous video messages expressing his support for the troops and the work they do.
Famously, Mila Kunis was asked to attend a military ball by a sergeant who put up a video online asking her, and she ended up accompanying him!
Legendary rock band Kiss have opened many Rock Brew restaurants, which donate money to their local veteran's organization. They've performed for veterans and also have hired them to work on their tours.
Iconic rapper Snoop Dogg visits wounded warriors in hospitals.
Stone started We Welcome Home Our Troops, an organization that helps troops transition back into civilian life by helping them get jobs, offering them discounts, and much more.
Country music star Tim McGraw also uses his social media platforms to honor veterans, posting about family members who served in the military.
The comedian has been a long-time supporter of troops, offering veterans free backstage tickets to her shows.
Sheen donated US$1 million to the United Service Organizations in 2012.
In addition to donating a lot of money to veteran organizations, Jennifer Love Hewitt also teamed up with the Department of Veterans Affairs, Disabled American Veterans, and Veterans of Foreign Wars as a celebrity spokesperson.
Singer Jessica Simpson has performed for troops and veterans multiple times. When speaking about it, she said, "I’ve really tried to meet as many troops as I possibly can, just to say thank you. There’s nothing you can really ever do to thank them enough."
Professional skateboarder Tony Hawk took to social media to post a tribute to his late father, who was a fighter pilot.
Comedian Jenny McCarthy posted a photo of a family member in uniform, writing, "thank you to all of our veterans who served to protect us all."
Actress and TV personality Tamera Mowry shared a photo on social media of both of her parents serving in the military, saying, "I have an unbelievable amount of respect for the men and women who have served and who still serve this country."
WWE's Vince McMahon has been a long-time supporter of troops and veterans. He's performed for the troops and played on the Wounded Warrior Amputee football team.
On being involved with the Wounded Warrior Project, Mario Lopez said, "I'm honored to spend time with veterans and the people who help them achieve their goals."
American country singer Trace Adkins is also involved with the Wounded Warrior Project as a spokesperson.
Actor David Arquette posted an emotional tribute to his "dear friend" Joey Paulk, thanking him for his service and sacrifice for his country.
Former NFL player Jared Allen created a nonprofit organization called Homes for Wounded Warriors. The organization builds and remodels homes for wounded warriors.
Sources: (Good Morning America) (Wounded Warrior Project) (We Are The Mighty) (Zimbio)
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Do you celebrate veterans? Well, these celebrities know how to give back to military men and women.
A lot of celebs honor veterans online, but some of these stars have donated millions of dollars, helped fundraise, set up charities, and much more. The support they show for their veterans is simply admirable.
To see what lengths these celebrities go to support their vets, click through the following gallery.