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Harry Styles, Stormzy and Lewis Hamilton among UK's most generous celebrities


The UK's top 10 philanthropic celebrities have been revealed, with Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton coming out on top as the most generous. Research conducted by Raffolux sheds light on the philanthropic endeavours of some of the country's most influential individuals.

The digital raffle platform, which raises money for charities, has identified the celebrities who have donated the highest percentage of their net worth to charitable causes. Among those named include Stormzy, Cara Delevingne, Elton John and Harry Styles.

The company analysed the Giving List which reveals the 100 biggest philanthropists in the UK produced annually by the Charity Aid Foundation in partnership with The Sunday Times. This list showcases those who have made significant contributions to various causes, highlighting their commitment to making a positive impact on society.

The most charitable celebrity is Lewis Hamilton. In 2022, he donated a staggering 6.7 per cent of his wealth, or £20 million, to causes related to youth, education, and employment. This translates to an astounding £2,283 per hour.

Mo Salah, the talented footballer, adored by fans across the globe, claimed the second position on the list. His philanthropic efforts in the health sector saw him donate £2.5 million, with his net worth being £41 million.

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Charismatic rapper Stormzy, recognised for his powerful lyrics and social consciousness, occupies the third spot. His recent donations of £1.2 million towards social inclusion initiatives demonstrates his commitment to creating a more equitable society.

Legendary musician, Sir Elton John has long been associated with philanthropy. With a net worth of £395 million, he donated a remarkable £14.7 million, primarily supporting causes related to HIV/AIDS, culture, arts, and music.

Top 10 most generous celebrities:

Rank

Name

Occupation

% Net worth donated to charity

1

Sir Lewis Hamilton

Race Car driver

6.7%

2

Mo Salah

Footballer

6.1%

3

Stormzy

Rapper

4.6%

4

Sir Elton John

Musician

3.7%

5

Joanne Rowling

Author

2.9%

6

Niall Horan

Musician

1.2%

7

Martin Lewis

Journalist

1.0%

8

Eric Clapton

Musician

0.9%

9

Cara Delevingne

Model

1.0%

10

Harry Styles

Musician

0.8%

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You can see the full list on the Raffolux site. In 2022, health-related initiatives, particularly those addressing HIV/AIDS, witnessed substantial support, with notable contributions from musicians like Sir Elton John, Brian May, and Roger Taylor.

Youth-centric causes, education, and social inclusion initiatives also ranked high on the list of beneficiaries. Celebrities like Sir Lewis Hamilton and Stormzy showcased their commitment to empowering the next generation and addressing social inequalities.

Other prominent areas of focus included humanitarian causes, human rights, and environmental preservation, championed by figures such as Amal and George Clooney and model, Cara Delevingne.

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