Sir Rod Stewart has called for “peace on earth” as he shared a touching Christmas message with fans.
The singer, 73, is among the many celebrities taking to social media to wish their followers a merry Christmas, while others shared insights into their own festive celebrations.
In a video posted to Twitter, Sir Rod told his followers: “Merry Christmas everybody and a happy new year, and peace on earth – the most important thing.”
In the video the pop veteran stands beside a small dog, dressed in a tartan jacket and festive crimson trousers.
Sir Rod has had an especially successful year, scoring a number one with his 30th album, Blood Red Shoes.
And goodwill to all! – Rod xxx pic.twitter.com/BhcakE1krK
— Sir Rod Stewart (@rodstewart) December 25, 2018
Ironman star Robert Downey Jr also wished his fans a merry Christmas, posting a comedic picture of the superhero dressed as Santa Claus, carrying a sack of toys.
He wrote: “Merry Christmas from the man in the big red suit!”
Merry Christmas from the man in the big red suit! pic.twitter.com/fWQCs4p4jR
— Robert Downey Jr (@RobertDowneyJr) December 25, 2018
Dressed in sparkly oversized sunglasses and a Christmas hat, Sir Elton John thanked his fans for giving him “such an unforgettable year”, adding that he appreciated their “love and support”.
#MerryChristmas from Elton! 🎅💖🎄 pic.twitter.com/93LY823xeJ
— Elton John (@eltonofficial) December 25, 2018
Basketball player LeBron James also shared a glimpse into his family’s festive routine, posting a photo of them dressed in Christmas onesies.
The sportsman smiles as he sits next to his wife, Savannah James, and their three children.
Merry Christmas to all from the #JamesGang👑👑👑👑👑 pic.twitter.com/eTqLNuvd0m
— LeBron James (@KingJames) December 25, 2018
Earlier, Sir Paul McCartney told his fans he would be eating and drinking “too much” in a jovial message.
Along with an old picture of himself in a seasonal costume, Sir Paul wrote on Instagram: “Have a brilliant Christmas everyone! Happy Chrissy!
“Don’t eat and drink too much! I know I will, but that’s no excuse for you. I hope you enjoy all your presents and I hope you remember the true meaning of Christmas, which is love and peace and being good to each other – so HAPPY CHRISTMAS! #PaulMcCartney #HappyChristmas #MerryChristmas.”
Reese Witherspoon sent “holiday wishes for a day filled with love and laughter – the important things that remind us how blessed we all are” to her 15 million Instagram followers.
Along with a picture of herself with her children and husband Jim Toth, she added: “And I’m sending extra special wishes of light & love to anyone out there who needs it!”
Singer Keith Urban kissed his wife Nicole Kidman in a picture shared on his social media page.
“Merry Christmas everyone – thank you for ALL the love this year. We send love to every one of YOU!!!!! – us,” he wrote.
JLS star Aston Merrygold, who triumphed in this year’s Strictly Come Dancing special, posted a picture of himself and partner Sarah Louise Richards and their son Grayson all wearing sprout-printed pyjamas in front of their Christmas tree.
“Love from me and my little family,” he wrote.