Celebs speak out in support of Bruce Jenner
By Nick Bond
The extended Kardashian clan and a host of other famous faces have offered their support to Bruce Jenner in the wake of the sporting great’s announcement that he is in the process of transitioning into a woman.
Jenner made the announcement in a tell-all interview with Diane Sawyer that aired last night in the US. His ex-wife, Kris Jenner, labelled him a ‘hero’:
Not only was I able to call him my husband for 25 years and father of my children, I am now able to call him my hero.
— Kris Jenner (@KrisJenner) April 25, 2015
The rest of the Kardashian family also offered their words of support:
Your honesty has opened the doors for others to be courageous and live an authentic life! #respect #hero #family pic.twitter.com/SNhN8pgrh5
— Kim Kardashian (@KimKardashian) April 25, 2015
Couldn't be a more proud daughter. With courage and bravery, let's change the world. I am honored to stand by Bruce's side and support him.
— Kourtney Kardashian (@kourtneykardash) April 25, 2015
Just finished watching the #BruceJennerInterview with the family. Bruzer, I'm soooo proud of you! Dads really are heros ❤️
— Khloé (@khloekardashian) April 25, 2015
..this isn't about me. I'm so proud of you, Dad. You are so brave. My beautiful Hero.
— Kylie Jenner (@KylieJenner) April 25, 2015
Outside of the Kardashian family, celebs from Oprah to Sam Smith spoke out in support of Bruce’s decision to go public:
"All of us deserve the right to be loved for who we are ". Bravo #BruceJenner
— Oprah Winfrey (@Oprah) April 25, 2015
Bruce Jenner is a beautiful, brave human being. Sending him lots of love. He's saving lives and opening minds tonight.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) April 25, 2015
Sending lots of love and support to #BruceJenner and their family tonight. It is always brave to stand in one's truth. Congrats darling.
— Laverne Cox (@Lavernecox) April 25, 2015
Bravo #BruceJennerInterview, so moving!
— Boy George (@BoyGeorge) April 25, 2015
I am inspired by anyone sharing their truth in the face of judgement and fear. Bruce Jenner is a brave human.
— Macklemore (@macklemore) April 25, 2015
I support you #BruceJenner. Courageous and true to yourself. I hope the world gives you the love and respect you deserve.
— Matt Bomer (@MattBomer) April 25, 2015
Absolutely flawed at how courageous and brave Bruce Jenner is. So inspiring and so powerful. Shame on anyone who dare judge x
— samsmith (@samsmith) April 25, 2015
#BruceJennerABC Now that is bravery.❤️
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) April 25, 2015