He was the the heartthrob singer of another era, his trademark voice selling some 45 million records during the 1950s and 60s. Pat Boone has stepped forward to record once again — this time to support first responders in need of personal protection equipment during the coronavirus pandemic.
He joins the growing population of celebrities, actors and entertainers who have used their fame or talent to draw attention to the same cause.
Mr. Boone has recorded a 60-second public service announcement on behalf of the National Sheriffs’ Association, which is raising money to obtain masks, gloves, face visors, disposable gowns, hand sanitizer and disinfectant. The intended recipients are sheriff deputies, police, firefighters and EMTs.
His announcement is now in the hands of 800 radio stations nationwide.
The funds are being raised through the National Sheriffs’ Educational Foundation; the non-profit says that donations of equipment from businesses are also welcome.
Country music duo Wynonna and Naomi Judd also recorded a video from their kitchen in Tennessee on behalf of the organization, the spot now circulated through social media and via YouTube.
“The first responders keep us safe. Let’s do our part to keep them safe too,” Wynonna Judd advises in their message.
• Jennifer Harper can be reached at jharper@washingtontimes.com.
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