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Old February 7th, 2008, 08:26 AM   #56 (permalink)
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Joaquin is looking more possible. He is known for social activism. See below from Wikipedia:

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Phoenix has long been a social activist, lending his support to a number of charities and humanitarian organizations, notably Amnesty International[20], The Art of Elysium,HEART . and The Peace Alliance, an organization which campaigns for a United States Department of Peace.[21] Additionally, he serves on the board of directors of The Lunchbox Fund, a charity that provides lunches for poverty-stricken school children in South Africa. [22]
Phoenix has been a dedicated vegan since the age of three. He is a member of PETA and the organization In Defense of Animals, and has actively campaigned on their behalves.[23] He narrated the film Earthlings for 'Nation Earth' -- a video about the investigation of animal abuse in factory farms, pet mills, in industry and research. In 2005, he was awarded the "Humanitarian Award" at the San Diego Film Festival for his work and contribution to Earthlings. [24]
Phoenix serves as one of the executive producers of a television show called 4Real, a half-hour series which showcase celebrity guests on global adventures "in order to connect with young leaders who are creating social and economic change." [25]
In 2005, he participated in the documentary I'm Still Here: Real Diaries of Young People Who Lived During the Holocaust.

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