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“People” Magazine’s “People of the Year” are…

People magazine named four celebrities as their People of the Year for the inspiring work they’ve done.  

They are:

1.  Matthew McConaughey:  When the Uvalde school shooting happened, he quickly returned to his hometown and met with the victims’ families.  He also spoke at the White House and is credited with helping pass federal gun legislation.

Sep 12, 2016; Landover, MD, USA; Hollywood actor Matthew McConaughey on the field before the game between the Washington Redskins and the Pittsburgh Steelers at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

2.  Quinta Brunson:  She created the sitcom “Abbott Elementary” on ABC and won an Emmy for it.  She wanted a show that was inclusive to all generations and have parents and grandparents alike laughing at the same jokes.

Sep 12, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Quinta Brunson poses with her award for outstanding writing in a comedy series for “Abbott Elementary” in the photo room at the 74th Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sept. 12, 2022.. Mandatory Credit: Dan MacMedan-USA TODAY

3.  Jennifer Hudson:  She launched her new talk show to create a platform where everyone feels included.  She also became the youngest woman to achieve EGOT status.  (You know, Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony.)

Feb 16, 2020; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Recording artist Jennifer Hudson performs a tribute to Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant before the 2020 NBA All Star Game at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

4.  Mila Kunis:  When Russia invaded Ukraine, she and Ashton Kutcher raised money for refugees.  They’ve raised $37 million to date.  In case you didn’t know, Mila was born in Ukraine.

Mar 27, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Mila Kunis arrives at the 94th Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre.. Mandatory Credit: Dan MacMedan-USA TODAY
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