Celebrities Express Support for March for Our Lives: ‘We Will Help Fan the Flames’
The largely student-driven March for Our Lives took place Saturday, March 24 across the nation with the main event in Washington, D.C. drawing thousands. Celebrities took to social media to express their support for the rally to end gun violence.
Some took to the streets, like “Parks and Recreation’s” Nick Offerman, who tweeted alongside a picture of a Leslie Knope-inspired tee, “Heading to the #MarchforOurLives in this charismatic blouse thanks to [Chris Ables Art]. LET’S DO THIS”
Heading to #MarchForOurLives in this charismatic blouse thanks to @ChrisAblesArt#LosAngeles
LET’S DO THIS— Nick Offerman (@Nick_Offerman) March 24, 2018
George Takei posted, “Thank you to everyone marching around the world today, you are truly making a difference and saving lives. The kids who are leading this movement inspire me every day.”
Thank you to everyone marching around the world today, you are truly making a difference and saving lives. The kids who are leading this movement inspire me every day. #MarchForOurLives https://t.co/iwviLCaifp
— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) March 24, 2018
Dwayne Johnson wrote, “I’ll always stand for open dialogue and action – it’s the only way to ensure bad history doesn’t repeat itself….Very strong day.”
I’ll always stand for open dialogue and action – it’s the only way to ensure bad history doesn’t repeat itself. When it comes to protecting our children, all bets are off and the responsibility lies with us adults and lawmakers to listen and do. Very strong day. #MarchForOurLives pic.twitter.com/4gJ0QKdMYw
— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) March 24, 2018
Julia Louis-Dreyfus posted a picture of her mother holding a sign reading “Protect our children from guns,” and encouraged her followers to head to the ballots in November. “If our elected officials don’t act to prevent gun violence, we will #throwthemout.”
Noah Cyrus posted a picture of herself with her sister Miley, who sang at the Washington, D.C. rally, and several others wearing March for Our Lives tees, with the caption, “#MarchforOurLives.”
Amy Poehler posted to the Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls account, writing that she stands with young people: “I applaud your bravery and your incredible poise, and the fire you have started will not go out. It will only get stronger and we will help fan the flames.”
Common performed at the rally in Washington, D.C., and said the event was “one of the most powerful marches I’ve ever witnessed.”
"America was paying attention to black, white and Latino kids. It's one of the most powerful marches I've ever witnessed." @Common reacts to today's #MarchForOurLives rally https://t.co/FO27jiTkOj pic.twitter.com/Chgi6o5Lip
— Variety (@Variety) March 24, 2018
Jennifer Hudson also performed a moving rendition of Bob Dylan’s “The Times They Are A-Changin,” backed by a D.C. choir.
WATCH: Jennifer Hudson performs "The Times They Are A-Changin" at #MarchForOurLives https://t.co/FO27jiTkOj pic.twitter.com/LjVmNh82QG
— Variety (@Variety) March 24, 2018
Miley Cyrus sang “The Climb” at the Washington, D.C. march.
WATCH: @MileyCyrus performs "The Climb" at the #MarchForOurLives event in D.C. pic.twitter.com/aNfuZLny3n
— Variety (@Variety) March 24, 2018
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So ready to March today! Landed in DC w North & Kanye. We stand in solidarity with the survivors of gun violence & students who are calling for action on common sense gun safety laws at #MarchForOurLives around the country @AMarch4OurLives @Everytown
— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) March 24, 2018
Today’s the day!!! If you can't join us at #MarchForOurLives in DC you can watch LIVE starting at 12pm EST on @AMarch4OurLives
See you all soon!! pic.twitter.com/tZ27ozQhib
— Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) March 24, 2018
#MarchForOurLives pic.twitter.com/Fs1pyc84by
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) March 24, 2018
#MarchForOurLives shows we can come together and make change happen. So proud of everyone, especially the students, showing their strength today. My baby will grow up in a safer world because of you. Thank you.
— Felicia Day (@feliciaday) March 24, 2018
DISARM HATE pic.twitter.com/VNmeJunFy5
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) March 24, 2018
So inspiring to see so many young people across the country marching together to end gun violence. #MarchForOurLives
— Tony Bennett (@itstonybennett) March 24, 2018
Today's #MarchForOurLives proves that young people are taking the reins and changing the world, & I for one am glad to join them in the fight! pic.twitter.com/zvTa6NhEXk
— Misha Collins (@mishacollins) March 24, 2018
I stand with the brave, indomitable kids who galvanized a nation, a world, &did not take inaction as an answer. You have put the “adults” in DC to shame. CS gun laws with finally be enacted, &you will be the Heroes of a generation. TODAY you lead us all. #MarchForOurLives
— Debra Messing (@DebraMessing) March 24, 2018
All our best to everyone on the #MarchForOurLives today. Some incredible, moving and articulate speeches.
— BASTILLE (@bastilledan) March 24, 2018
The Los Angeles March for Our Lives is beautiful. Our children did this. All around the country. They can’t be stopped.
—
Lena Dunham
(@lenadunham) March 24, 2018
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