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Jamie Roberts

The Rolling Stones donate 'generous' amount to help refugees from Ukraine

The Rolling Stones have become the latest celebs to donate a large cash sum to help Ukrainian refugees amid the country's war with Russia.

They Rock 'n' Rollers have donated a reported large amount to the Disasters Emergency Committee humanitarian appeal for the country as Russian president Vladimir Putin continues his onslaught.

The band's members Sir Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood didn't disclose the actual figure, but the DEC called it "generous" to The Sun.

The appeal was originally set up to help those in Ukraine who have been affected by Russia's actions and it supports a number of charities such as ActionAid.

The list of contributors is continuing to grow, with the legendary musicians joining the likes of Prince William and the Queen in donating.

DEC chief exec Saleh Saeed told The Sun: "We’re incredibly grateful to the Rolling Stones and all who have donated and raised funds for our appeal.

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Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood (Getty Images)

"So far, the appeal has raised an amazing £175million."

Other celebs to have raised money to help the people of Ukraine include Ukrainian-born Mila Kunis and her actor husband Ashton Kutcher.

Earlier this month the couple were on target to reach £20 million in donations after launching a GoFundMe page.

After five days it had reached a hugely impressive £13.7 million - with their aim being to reach £22.9 million. The page is currently sitting at £16.6 million.

They had also agreed to match up to $3 million (£2.3 million) in donations.

Two separate anonymous accounts donated £1.9 million each to the page, while American venture capitalist Ron Conway also donated £1.9 million.

Mila and Ashton were previously joined by Flexport creator Ryan Petersen and Brian Chesky, CEO of Airbnb, for a chat on what the money will be spent on.

They confirmed the cash would go towards essential housing and living expenses for those who are fleeing the country and whose homes have been destroyed.

Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have raised millions of pounds (Twitter/ @MilaKunisv)

X Factor stars Jedward have also labelled the Russian president a "crazy mofo" for his actions.

The Identical Irish twins John and Edward Grimes, 30, shared a TikTok on Tuesday - which is no longer available to watch - in which they said: "We are sending strength and love to everybody affected. It's an upsetting time. I found myself crying when I watch the news.

"I am getting emotional right now. But hopefully everyone's focussing on their lives and stay strong."

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