23 celebrities react to Carrie Fisher’s death, because they’re as shaken as we are
Horrible news struck today, just when we thought things would end up fine. Unfortunately, it’s been reported that Carrie Fisher has just passed away after suffering from a heart attack right before Christmas.
The statement was released to People by Simon Halls, a representative of the family, based on confirmation from Fisher’s daughter Billie Lourd.
"It is with a very deep sadness that Billie Lourd confirms that her beloved mother Carrie Fisher passed away at 8:55 this morning," the statement read.
Obviously this news is pretty devastating. Not only have we faced so many celebrity deaths this year, but Fisher is pretty much a legend. Most notable for the role of Princess Leia, she was a shining star in both the Star Wars universe, and the acting world.
Celebrities jumped on Twitter to express their sadness over the news. Here are just a few of the many incredible tributes.
1Zach Braff
Carrie Fisher. RIP. What a talent. What a year. pic.twitter.com/yEFfv2GN6K
— Zach Braff (@zachbraff) December 27, 2016
2Craig Ferguson
She was the kindest coolest smartest and most encouraging person I ever met in Hollywood. I adored her. Goodbye Carrie. #CarrieFisher
— Craig Ferguson (@CraigyFerg) December 27, 2016
3Bryan Fuller
GRATEFUL FOR CARRIE FISHER DEMYSTIFYING ADDICTION & MENTAL ILLNESS – THIS is why Carrie Fisher was realest badass https://t.co/ARNI6AKDrf
— Bryan Fuller (@BryanFuller) December 27, 2016
4Steve Martin
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5Paula Abdul
Carrie Fisher's epic presence will always be w/us. My condolences to her mother, Singin' in the Rain star Debbie Reynolds, &all her family. pic.twitter.com/DgainvSlHw
— Paula Abdul (@PaulaAbdul) December 27, 2016
6The Farrelly Brothers
Today we lost one of the funniest people who ever lived.
RIP Carrie Fisher.
— Farrelly Brothers (@farrellybros) December 27, 2016
7Ken Jeong
Rest In Peace, Carrie Fisher.
— Ken Jeong (@kenjeong) December 27, 2016
8Jane Leeves
Profoundly sad day. Rest In Peace, Carrie Fisher. My thoughts go out to her family.
— Jane Leeves (@JaneLeeves) December 27, 2016
9Ryan Adams
RIP
Carrie FisherMay the force be with you always
… pic.twitter.com/mOx3RwFl6e— Ryan Adams (@TheRyanAdams) December 27, 2016
10Billy Eichner
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
11Adina Porter
Thoughts & prayers for #CarrieFisher 's friends & family. We've lost another icon. Hoping 2017 will be a better year for everyone.
— Adina Porter (@AdinaPorter) December 27, 2016
12Margaret Cho
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
13Stephen Fry
She was the brightest, funniest, bravest, kindest, cleverest and sweetest person I ever knew. A crushing blow to lose @carrieffisher
— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry) December 27, 2016
14William Shatner
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
15Roseanne Barr
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16Albert Brooks
R.I.P. Carrie Fisher. A brilliantly funny, talented woman. We will miss your humor now more than ever.
— Albert Brooks (@AlbertBrooks) December 27, 2016
17Josh Gad
I'm sitting in stunned silence learning of the death of #CarrieFisher. In what has been a particularly sad year this may be the hardest. RIP
— Josh Gad (@joshgad) December 27, 2016
18Sara Benincasa
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19Kumail Nanjiani
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20Mara Wilson
I met Carrie Fisher at a premiere once. She was kind and gracious, had her daughter with her.
— Mara Wilson (@MaraWilson) December 27, 2016
(Mara’s full story of the encounter can be read through this chain of tweets)
21Anna Kendrick
No. No. Fuck this shit. Carrie Fisher is a fucking legend and this is bullshit.
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) December 27, 2016
Carrie Fisher wore glitter in her hair. When I said I liked it, she ran her fingers through it and lobbed a handful at me. #TheGreatest 💔 pic.twitter.com/T7NWGdJp8w
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) December 27, 2016
22Chloe Grace Moretz
Rest In Peace Carrie fisher. You will never be forgotten
— Chloë Grace Moretz (@ChloeGMoretz) December 27, 2016
23Denis Leary
"There's no room for demons when you're self-possessed." Carrie Fisher, funny on earth, in space & now from the great beyond. #RIPCarrie
— Denis Leary (@denisleary) December 27, 2016
As more and more celebrities weigh in, it’s blatantly obvious that Carrie Fisher meant so much to so many people. We are devastated by the news of her passing, and wish nothing but peace and love for her family and friends as they mourn the loss.
