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Yesterday, following in the footsteps of Audrey Hepburn, Danny Kaye, Shakira, Sir Roger Moore, David Beckham, Jackie Chan, Mia Farrow and many others, Orlando Bloom was appointed a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, in recognition of his commitment to the rights of children around the world.
Here's a photo of him in Nepal:
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Bloom is kissing a sleeping baby in the village of Kalika in Kaski District at a UNICEF-supported community growth monitoring program. He's wearing garlands of fresh flowers around his neck and has a red 'tikka' mark on his forehead, both local symbols of welcome.
On the occasion of his appointment, Bloom said:
"UNICEF doesn't just deliver humanitarian aid, which is what they are known for all over the world. They also educate and provide tools which help women and children face challenges specific to their own lives. I responded to how UNICEF works as much as I did to the work itself. I look forward to learning more and to supporting UNICEF any way I can."
We're delighted to welcome Orlando Bloom to the UNICEF family.
