Some of Hollywood’s most significant names, plus a skateboarding legend, are pitching in to assist Tyre Nichols‘ mom and stepdad … with huge contributions to his memorial fund.
TMZ combed through more than 33,000 contributions to Tyre’s authorities GoFundMe and discovered a lots of celebrities who contributed cash.
“Love Song” vocalist Sara Bareilles, pro skateboarder Tony Hawk and comic Lil Rel Howery each promised $1,000 … as did “Shea Butter Baby” vocalist Ari Lennox.
The charity event is being arranged by Tyre’s mama, RowVaughn Wells, who states her and her partner’s lives have actually been turned upside down by Tyre’s death, which followed he was brutally beaten by Memphis authorities.
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Lil Rel’s been outspoken about the catastrophe, stating Tyre was a tranquil individual who needs to still live.
Tyre’s mama states the contributions will assist cover the expenses for her and her partner’s psychological health services, plus assist them pay for to require time off from their 9-5 tasks to concentrate on “seeking proper justice” for Tyre.
What’s more, Tyre’s mama states the household wishes to construct a memorial skate park for Tyre “in honor of his love for skating and sunsets.”
This is who Tyre Nichols was — a skilled and devoted skateboarder with a lot life delegated live… He didn’t should have to be unfortunately drawn from his household and neighborhood! We will continue to defend responsibility for you Tyre! #JusticeForTyreNichols pic.twitter.com/hYwMnRRZEA
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Tony, the most popular skateboarder ever, appears all-in on developing a skate park in Tyre’s honor … he reposted a video of Tyre skating, in addition to the caption, “Help Tyre’s family (and honor him with a skatepark).”
Other contributions gathering from Hollywood consist of … $2,300 from “Watchmen” film writer Damon Lindelof, $1,500 from “As Told By Ginger” author Emily Kapnek and $5,000 from Madonna‘s supervisor, Guy Oseary.
The GoFundMe’s raised $1,313,070 and counting.