Philanthropy-adviser-to-the-stars concerned that Scarlett Johansson brouhaha will make it more difficult for celebrities to support causes and hawk products.
"A-list stars and billionaire philanthropists are less likely to get involved with charities because of the row that resulted in Scarlett Johansson cutting her ties with Oxfam last week, according to an expert on celebrity philanthropy.Trevor Neilson, co-founder of Global Philanthropy Group, has worked with stars including Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Ashton Kutcher, Demi Moore and Madonna. He has also advised Bill Gates, Bono, Bill Clinton and Richard Branson." -- Jonathan Owen, the (London) Independent