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Celebrities React To Shocking And Disgraceful Donald Trump Victory

Trump's victory came as a shock to many who expressed fear, anger, and disappointment. Still, tons of celebs are urging fans to keep fighting for progress.
Celebrities React To Shocking And Disgraceful Donald Trump Victory
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By Sydney Scott · Updated October 26, 2020

In an upset that has left the U.S. and much of the world speechless, Donald Trump, a man accused of sexual assault and rape, was elected president of the United States.

As polls closed and votes were tallied last night, it slowly became clear that much of America voted against progress and as many of us watched in horror, celebrities took to social media to express their grief, fear, and disappointment.

Janelle Monaé tweeted, “Once again America has continued to FAIL WOMEN, MINORITIES, MUSLIMS, & IMMIGRANTS, LGBTQ, this is so disgusting.” And, actor Sam Richardson echoed her sentiment. “You can’t be entirely surprised. This is the same country that responded to the idea of Black Lives Mattering with hate and vitriol,” he wrote.

Well, s**t just got real. I'm looking at the small pockets of blue and they are very small. Does this country harbor that much hatred

— octavia spencer (@octaviaspencer) November 9, 2016

We sorry guys…I swear on my life,If I could've done more I would've. We all deserve better. We just gotta live through this&prepare ourselves for what's next. We appreciate what you guys tried to do for US ALL as a nation. Unfortunately we weren't ALL ready for the change you wanted to bring about. Still, we love you & appreciate you for the HOPE your gave our community. We'll miss y'all!!!! But Unfortunately, it seems like we've been brought back to a worse place than we were in before. In your honor we'll remain honorable,respectable & continue to strive for greatness. I'll never let our dream die!!! WE CAN STILL DO IT!!!!

A photo posted by TIP (@troubleman31) on Nov 9, 2016 at 12:00am PST

A photo posted by snoopdogg (@snoopdogg) on Nov 9, 2016 at 1:00am PST

Fuck this. I'm headed to the highlands of Scotland. BYE!!!!!!! #eatcraylove #election2016 #imwithher

A photo posted by Jessica Williams (@msjwilly) on Nov 8, 2016 at 8:29pm PST

Breathe. And love. Breathe. And love •. There is no way to love. Love is the way.

A photo posted by Zoë Kravitz (@zoeisabellakravitz) on Nov 8, 2016 at 11:17pm PST

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OLIVIA POPE is trending. But Olivia Pope is not real. Whats real is the need for love today. LOVE yourself. Take CARE of you & your loved 1s

— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) November 9, 2016

Well, s**t just got real. I'm looking at the small pockets of blue and they are very small. Does this country harbor that much hatred

— octavia spencer (@octaviaspencer) November 9, 2016

I think Trump might be right.

This shit is rigged. 🙏🏾

— Retta (@unfoRETTAble) November 9, 2016

Don't freak out. Go to sleep, wake up and continue to be Black in America.

— DAVID BANNER (@davidbanner) November 9, 2016

Awareness, Acceptance, Action. I am saying this acceptance prayer to myself as I fall asleep tonight. #ElectionNight pic.twitter.com/DdRywDdHFm

— Laverne Cox (@Lavernecox) November 9, 2016
TOPICS:  Presidential Election Election 2016 Kerry Washington Presidential Election
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