Celebrities react to deadly mass shooting at Orlando nightclub
LOS ANGELES, June 13 — As the US and the rest of the world reel from the horrific events in Orlando that targeted the LGBT community, many, including celebrities took to social media to express their shock and sadness of what is deemed to be the deadliest mass shooting in US history.
Music stars and actors alike flooded Twittersphere today with messages of condolences and support to the victims and families involved in the shooting at the crowded gay nightclub which killed at least 50 people and injuring many others.
“We stand with the people of Orlando who have endured a terrible attack on this city,” President Barack Obama was reported saying.
“Although it’s still early in the investigation, we know enough to say that this was an act of terror and an act of hate,” he said, later ordering flags at half-staff as an act of mourning.
“I am absolutely heartbroken for my hometown and the families/loved ones of the victims and all of those affected,” tweeted singer and actress Mandy Moore, who grew up in Orlando.
Singer Josh Groban tweeted, “I’m heartbroken for the victims, for Orlando, for the LGBT community, for our country. When does it end?”
Queen Latifah and Lady Gaga were also among the musicians showing their support after the massacre.
My❤️ Breaks for the LGBTQ community in Orlando!We are 1! You Touch one of us you Touch All of us! Freedom ain't Free! STAND UP AMERICA!
— Queen Latifah (@IAMQUEENLATIFAH) June 12, 2016
It's a traumatizing & emotional time for a many people. I dream of the world reflecting on what we can do to change this violence. #Orlando
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) June 12, 2016
Other celebrities like Kim Kardashian West and John Legend called for better gun laws, as they express their feelings over the shooting.
Nothing has changed!!!! People continue to senselessly die. When will these gun laws be changed?!?!?!?!!!!?????
— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) June 12, 2016
“Horrified by the mass shooting in Orlando. When will we do something to prevent these killing sprees?” Legend tweeted.
See more reactions from stars below:
Our hearts go out to all the families and loved ones of those lost in Orlando. #prayfororlando #loveisthecure http://pic.twitter.com/nyfzJiyPma
— Elton John (@eltonofficial) June 12, 2016
Sobbing.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) June 12, 2016
We need to end gun violence now.
— Michelle Branch (@michellebranch) June 12, 2016
My heart goes out to the victims and their families. Our community has suffered a tremendous loss. We must stand together more than ever.
— Ellen Page (@EllenPage) June 12, 2016
So devastating 2 hear about the loss of life in the Orlando shooting & those hospitalized/the families going thru this prayers 4 strength������
— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) June 12, 2016
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