Scarlett Johansson is speaking out about helping those in need. The 38-year-old actress discussed her philanthropic passion and challenging childhood at the Golden Heart Awards held in New York City on Monday. Johansson looked elegant at the event, where she was honored for her work with a non-profit organization, wearing a deep black Michael Kors gown and matching smoky eye makeup.
The Asteroid City star expressed her gratitude when accepting the award, speaking about her collaboration with God’s Love We Deliver. This organization provides nutritious meals to individuals battling HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other life-threatening illnesses. Scarlett Johansson attended the 2023 Golden Heart Awards ceremony.
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Johansson stated, “Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to witness firsthand the power of philanthropy and positive action, and the work that God’s Love We Deliver engages in is no exception.” “Their mission to alleviate hunger and provide nutrition extends beyond just physical nourishment. It is about offering support, love, and a sense of dignity during life’s most challenging moments.”
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In her speech, the actress shared about growing up relying on food stamps as a child when her family struggled to make ends meet.
Johansson continued, “As a child growing up in New York, my family relied on food stamps, hot lunch programs, and government assistance to sustain our family of four. And as someone who has experienced food insecurity, I understand the cruel impact it can have.”
Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost at the Cannes Film Festival 2023
The actress noted that the organization holds a “special place in my heart” as a New Yorker and praised the volunteers working for the non-profit organization.
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“The struggle to put food on the table can lead to extreme difficulties, desperation, and loss of hope. But organizations like God’s Love We Deliver provide a lifeline for those in need,” Johansson said. “They not only provide meals by connecting individuals to resources but also create a network of community support and advocate for long-term solutions to address systemic poverty issues.”
In addition to her charitable work, the Black Widow star also talked about raising her two-year-old son, Cosmo, whom she shares with Saturday Night Live star Colin Jost. “I think the ‘Terrible Twos’ are more like dealing with me!” Johansson joked with Entertainment Tonight about the challenges of parenting at that age. “Like, really dealing with me physically,” she added. The mother of two—who also shares a nine-year-old daughter, Rose Dorothy, with ex-husband Romain Dauriac—also shared her excitement about Jost, 41, returning to the SNL writers’ room after the writers’ strike last month. Johansson told ET, “They were practically desperate to get back to doing what they love. It’s definitely an adjustment in the family. That schedule is insane. But it’s so exciting to see them back at it. They’re fantastic, and we need them more than ever.” Other stars attending the awards ceremony included Matt Damon, Rupert Friend, Neil Patrick Harris, Nicky Hilton, Nicole Ari Parker, and Julianna Margulies.
