Paul Feig donates $300,000 to LGBTQ+ youth groups: 'We should all do whatever is within our power'
The Bridesmaids director pledged $300,000 to The Trevor Project, Trans Lifeline, and It Gets Better.
February 28 2025 12:58 PM
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