Even celebrity can’t shield you from the ups and downs of living in a democracy.
During the 2016 campaign, it was clear that Hillary Clinton had the advantage when it came to endorsements from boldface names. Many of the most powerful women in the music, comedy, and entertainment were outspoken Clinton fans, so it’s not surprising that they were distressed by her loss to Donald Trump. Here’s what some of them had to say on the subject during election night and after Trump’s win was announced Wednesday morning.
Some, like Ellen DeGeneres and Emmy winner Sarah Paulson, offered words of support directly to Hillary Clinton.
.@HillaryClinton, however this ends tonight I am so proud of you and so honored to be your friend.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@EllenDeGeneres) November 9, 2016
I've got you and I'm not letting go. @HillaryClintonpic.twitter.com/Ta8XcUgaw7
— Sarah Paulson (@MsSarahPaulson) November 9, 2016
Others, including Chelsea Handler and Misty Copeland, gave shoutouts to the outgoing President and First Lady.
My condolences to the President and First Lady. We will keep aiming high. We may not have you honored you this time, but we will honor you.
— Chelsea Handler (@chelseahandler) November 9, 2016
We'll make it through 💪🏾 pic.twitter.com/nQrHGEZ26T
— Misty Copeland (@mistyonpointe) November 9, 2016
Author Margaret Atwood and country singer Melissa Etheridge, meanwhile, offered words of support to their fellow citizens.
Dear Americans: It will be all right in the long run. (How long? We will see.) You've been through worse, remember.
— Margaret E Atwood (@MargaretAtwood) November 9, 2016
Today I weep for our beloved country. I do my best to explain to my children. Now let's roll up our sleeves….there is work to do. #love
— Melissa Etheridge (@metheridge) November 9, 2016
Then there were those who were just plain heartbroken.
Woke up feeling like I'd had a nightmare. Then started crying again. Mantra: I am not alone, we are not alone.
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) November 9, 2016
Um, America?
— shonda rhimes (@shondarhimes) November 9, 2016
https://www.instagram.com/p/BMktMXalreE/
someone give me hope
— Sarah Silverman (@SarahKSilverman) November 9, 2016
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