George Clooney is a keen supporter of the recognition of the Armenian Genocide . He is one of the chief associates of the 100 Lives Initiative , a project which aims to remember the lives lost during the event . As part of the initiative , Clooney launched the Aurora Prize , which awards to those who risk their lives to prevent genocides and atrocities . Clooney had also urged various American government officials to support the United States ' recognition of the Armenian Genocide . Clooney visited Armenia to commemorate the 101st anniversary of the event in April 2016
Armenian Genocide
Armenian Genocide
George Clooney