Early Sunday, news broke that over fifty people were murdered in a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, prompting heartfelt reactions and tributes on social media from celebrities to the victims who tragically lost their lives.
50 Dead After Florida Nightclub Shooting Massacre Becomes Deadliest In History
Below are their posts of condolences and love:
Deeply moved that in the face of tragedy Orlando & Americans everywhere are coming together to give blood, love & support.This is who we are
— Laverne Cox (@Lavernecox) June 12, 2016
Horrified by the mass shooting in Orlando. When will we do something to prevent these killing sprees?
— John Legend (@johnlegend) June 12, 2016
A celebration of pride, identity, love & life, now ends w hate & horrible horrible tragedy. This world man. My heart goes out…
— solange knowles (@solangeknowles) June 12, 2016
Devastating
— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) June 12, 2016
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