Celebrities react to the death of Carrie Fisher on Twitter
News of the death of actress Carrie Fisher hit hard on Tuesday. Friends, family and fans were wishing for a fast recovery after Fisher suffered a heart attack on a flight from London to Los Angeles last Friday.
Best known for her role as Princess Leia in Star Wars, the brazen and gifted actress and author upheld an active social voice on Twitter. Countless fans and dozens of celebrities expressed their condolences on the platform upon hearing the sad news.
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The wide range of heartfelt responses after the news of Fisher's death only proves she was a strong force who left a huge impact on the entire world.
no words #Devastated pic.twitter.com/R9Xo7IBKmh
— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) December 27, 2016
She loved to give one the oddest and most randomly silly presents. These are the last three things she gave me. #CarrieFisher pic.twitter.com/qmI7YWqlZ6
— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry) December 27, 2016
I thought I had got what I wanted under the tree. I didn't. In spite of so many thoughts and prayers from so many. I am very, very sad.
— Anthony Daniels (@ADaniels3PO) December 27, 2016
There are no words for this loss. Carrie was the brightest light in every room she entered. I will miss her dearly. pic.twitter.com/GgIeYGeMt9
— Peter Mayhew (@TheWookieeRoars) December 27, 2016
The light in The Galaxy is dimmed by the loss of our Princess Leia. May The Force Be With Her!! RIP
— Samuel L. Jackson (@SamuelLJackson) December 27, 2016
Amazing princess. Kickass warrior. Incredible writer. Kind soul. My first crush at 6. RIP Carrie Fisher...galaxies of fans mourn your loss.
— Chris Hardwick (@hardwick) December 27, 2016
.@CarriefFisher was a brilliant writer, actor, and friend. She was so much fun. I can't believe she's gone. https://t.co/wpxGvBWA0b
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) December 27, 2016
I'm deeply saddened at the news of Carrie's passing. She was a dear friend, whom I greatly respected and admired. The force is dark today!
— Billy Dee Williams (@realbdw) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher has passed, she was funnier&smarter than anyone had the right to be. Sail On Silver Girl. Condolences Debbie & Billie
R.I.P.— Whoopi Goldberg (@WhoopiGoldberg) December 27, 2016
"There is no room for demons, when you're already self-possessed." -Carrie Fisher
— Uzo Aduba (@UzoAduba) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher spoke openly about her struggles w mental health. To me she was a hero - not only in the stars - but here on Earth as well. 💔
— Hannah Hart (@harto) December 27, 2016
I've met some really cool people this year, but never felt quite as in awe as I did with Carrie Fisher. RIP, princess. The galaxy mourns. pic.twitter.com/Xp6CuSEHy5
— Shannon Purser (@shannonpurser) December 27, 2016
If I heard Carrie Fisher was going to make an appearance I wanted to see it. U know ur special when Meryl Streep plays YOU in a movie. RIP.
— billy eichner (@billyeichner) December 27, 2016
My life goal as a kid was to have buns like Leia. I had a definitely flammable Star Wars bedspread cause of her. RIP @carrieffisher 😰 pic.twitter.com/gUOxbsFomH
— Felicia Day (@feliciaday) December 27, 2016
I'm deeply saddened to learn of the death of Carrie Fisher. I will miss our banterings. A wonderful talent & light has been extinguished.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher. You taught me that being a princess doesn't mean you need to be saved. My heart is broken. #CarrieFisher #RIP
— alisonhaislip (@alisonhaislip) December 27, 2016
Wow 2016! Carrie Fisher too?! Another legend.. gone too soon. Rest In Peace. #StarWars #CarrieFisher. pic.twitter.com/qjOhvWe1Z2
— Eric West (@EricXWest) December 27, 2016
We just lost a great ally for mental health and addiction. Be strong, be as strong as she'd want you to be. Rest in paradise @carrieffisher pic.twitter.com/vxDJkVag06
— Margaret Cho (@margaretcho) December 27, 2016
There has been a disturbance in the Force.
Very sad day... amazing actress &, author
RIP Carrie Fisher pic.twitter.com/s7uIlquYbz— Jeff Dwoskin (@bigmacher) December 27, 2016
I had to pull over when I heard this... Carrie Fisher... You were such a shining light. Thank you for absolutely everything you were. pic.twitter.com/IoWeLqWNnl
— Thomas Sanders (@ThomasSanders) December 27, 2016
She was a walking masterclass. Remained so upbeat throughout her life and career. Unapologetically Carrie Fisher. Always.
— Jordan Fisher (@Jordan_Fisher) December 27, 2016
RIP Carrie Fisher, an inspiration and advocate for mental health issues, who I believe had so much more to give us. Truly taken too soon
— Emma Blackery (@emmablackery) December 27, 2016
So so so sad. Thank you, Carrie Fisher. What a loss.
— Chris Evans (@ChrisEvans) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher- what a hard, wild, exciting, fun, teaching life you led. Sorry you've left but may the Force be with you. RIP #carriefisher
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) December 27, 2016
Well, 2016. Aren't you just a swift kick in the nuts. Carrie Fisher was a legend and a role model on how to speak your mind. What a loss.
— Jewel Staite (@JewelStaite) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher spoke openly about her struggles w mental health. To me she was a hero - not only in the stars - but here on Earth as well. 💔
— Hannah Hart (@harto) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher dedicated her platform to mental health awareness & female empowerment. She is a reason + reminder to keep up your fight. RIP
— h (@halsey) December 27, 2016
A photo posted by Sharon Horgan (@sharonhorgan) on Dec 27, 2016 at 10:42am PST
