Gaza, 06 July 2024 - As the brutal Israeli assault on Gaza continues, resulting in the deaths of over 38,000 Palestinians—nearly 70 percent of whom are women and children—and injuring more than 87,000 people, international efforts to support the victims have intensified. Among the prominent figures offering help is Irish actress Nicola Coughlan, widely known for her role as Penelope Featherington in the popular Netflix series 'Bridgerton'.

Nicola Coughlan has successfully raised and donated $2 million to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund (PCRF) through a social media campaign aimed at aiding the children of Gaza. This donation will provide critical humanitarian assistance and medical relief to displaced children and impoverished families in Gaza.

The PCRF expressed gratitude for Coughlan's initiative on its social media platform, stating, "Thanks to 'Bridgerton' star Nicola Coughlan for the extraordinary $2 million fundraising and delivery. Her efforts in providing humanitarian assistance and medical relief to displaced children and poor families are immensely appreciated, supporting relief, recovery efforts, and peace."

Coughlan's dedication extends beyond fundraising. She actively raises awareness about the dire situation in Gaza. In an interview, she emphasized, "I'm doing my dream job and traveling the world. But I am also aware of what is happening in Rafah, a small town in the south of Gaza."

Notably, Coughlan has been seen wearing a truce and artists' safety badge in various photoshoots and promotions for 'Bridgerton'. Her personal connection to the Middle East is profound, as her father served as a UN peacekeeper in the region, and her family lived in Jerusalem in the late 1970s.

The ongoing violence in Gaza has resulted in approximately 20,000 children becoming orphans, prompting many global stars to step forward and support these vulnerable children. Nicola Coughlan's contribution is a significant gesture of solidarity and humanitarianism during these trying times.