Laverne Cox Calls Bruce Jenner Brave & More Celebs React on Social Media
As soon as Bruce Jenner’s interview with Diane Sawyer started on Friday night, celebrities reacted to the news as the Olympic athlete turned reality star announced he** is a transgender woman.
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Lady Gaga was among the first to celebrate Jenner's coming out. "Now that is bravery," she wrote. And other celebrities followed suit. Check out the rest of the heartfelt messages below:
Sending lots of love and support to #BruceJenner and their family tonight. It is always brave to stand in one's truth. Congrats darling.
— Laverne Cox (@Lavernecox) April 25, 2015
❤️ the part of Bruce special educating people on trans terms.This is a new world so we all have new things to learn 💖 never be embarrassed!
— Miley Ray Cyrus (@MileyCyrus) April 25, 2015
When I was growing up I had such a crush on #BruceJenner. Now I do too. How sexy and strong it is to be true. #bravehuman #youbeyou
— Connie Britton (@conniebritton) April 25, 2015
I support you #BruceJenner. Courageous and true to yourself. I hope the world gives you the love and respect you deserve.
— Matt Bomer (@MattBomer) April 25, 2015
#BruceJenner ur courage is inspiring. U have not only given strength 2 those who r transgender, u have inspired so many of us 2 be who we r
— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) April 25, 2015
I was proud of Bruce Jenner in Montreal and I'm proud of him tonight. Some have to fight more than the rest of us for their happiness.
— Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) April 25, 2015
Impressed by Bruce Jenner and his family's support. God bless them all
— Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) April 25, 2015
Bruce Jenner is a beautiful, brave human being. Sending him lots of love. He's saving lives and opening minds tonight.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) April 25, 2015
I've interviewed #BruceJenner many times, and I'm in his corner. I support him & offer my respect.
— Larry King (@kingsthings) April 25, 2015
So much love and respect for Bruce Jenner. So brave! This will open minds and help so many <3
— Zoë (@ZozeeBo) April 25, 2015
Bruce Jenner, you are amazing. I truly believe you will change the world. #Trans #Human #AuthenticLife
— Chely Wright (@chelywright) April 25, 2015
too many people live in fear of becoming who they are. i'm so happy for Bruce Jenner. this will spread so much awareness and acceptance :)
— camEEla cabeYo (@camilacabello97) April 25, 2015
We all have our own journey. Congratulations to #BruceJenner for finding happiness and finally being able to be who he is.
— Mark Takano (@RepMarkTakano) April 25, 2015
Mazel Tov to #BruceJenner - very very brave!!!
— Andy Cohen (@Andy) April 25, 2015
Bruce will change so many people's lives
— Andy Cohen (@Andy) April 25, 2015
Wowwww already loving this #BruceJennerInterview already!!! 🙌🙌🙌
— Nicole Polizzi (@snooki) April 25, 2015
#BruceJenner is saving lives right now. She is a hero!
— Perez Hilton (@PerezHilton) April 25, 2015
Sometimes loving and accepting yourself is the hardest thing of all! This was not easy for Bruce. She must be applauded! #BruceJenner
— Perez Hilton (@PerezHilton) April 25, 2015
So happy for mainstream audiences to learn that sexuality and gender identity are two different things! #BruceJennerABC
— Perez Hilton (@PerezHilton) April 25, 2015
One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind. #BruceJenner #Brave
— jimmy fallon (@jimmyfallon) April 25, 2015
go, bruce jenner!!! let ur hair down, love!
— angxl hxze (@AngelHaze) April 25, 2015
Time to put Bruce Jenner back on a Wheaties box if you ask me.
— Jensen Karp (@JensenClan88) April 25, 2015
#BruceJenner we learn from you to be courageous, funny and to be our authentic self. With love and Go For It!
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) April 25, 2015
Comedians, such as Billy Eichner and D.L. Hughley, had more fun with the news, cracking jokes -- but thankfully, not at Jenner’s expense.
BREAKING: Kris Jenner is transitioning into a human!
— billy eichner (@billyeichner) April 24, 2015
I don't know what's harder to see Bruce Jenner start to look like a woman, or Madonna start to look like a man #TeamDl
— DL Hughley (@RealDLHughley) April 25, 2015
Oh MOM! RT @TipItMaggieG: #BruceJenner can come over and watch FoxNews with me anytime! #Republican #Reagan2016
— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) April 25, 2015
Bruce Jenner comes out as a transgender Republican and trolls on both sides suddenly don't know how to direct their hate.
— John Fugelsang (@JohnFugelsang) April 25, 2015
As Jenner has not yet said that a new name or pronouns should be used, ETonline will follow GLAAD guidelines and continue to refer to him by his current name and male pronouns.
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