One day after Carrie Fisher died, Hollywood was hit by a second, unimaginable and heartbreaking piece of news:
The actress’ mother, entertainment icon Debbie Reynolds, had also passed away, due to complications from a stroke.
Stars across Hollywood and those familiar with Reynolds’ work are reeling from the passing, as evidenced by the following reaction on social media:
Ellen DeGeneres
I can’t imagine what Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds’ family are going through this week. I send all of my love.
Dane Cook
Damn. RIP Debbie Reynolds. Legendary entertainer. I’m sure broken hearted by the loss of her daughter.
Debra Messing
So heartsick. Debbie went to be with Carrie. It’s such a devastating 1,2 punch. She was my “mom” for years & I loved her dearly.A legend.
Dan Rather
Such sad news to report, but word has just come in that Debbie Reynolds died. Her son’s statement said “She’s with Carrie.”
Josh Gad
There are no words left. RIP #DebbieReynolds.
Constance Zimmer
The most incredible love is when one can’t live without the other…#RIP #DebbieReynolds.
LeAnn Rimes
I find this incredibly heartbreaking and beautiful at the same time. #rip to these beautiful souls. Thank you for showering us w/ your gifts.
Marlee Matlin
My heart is broken but Debbie and Carrie are together in the only way they could be. Both leave enormous legacies. Now enough 2016!
Debbie Allen
Debbie Reynolds, God is holding you and Carrie in his hands. We will always speak your name.
Al Roker
My daughter asked if it’s possible to die from a broken heart. I think Debbie Reynold’s knew her daughter needed her. God granted her wish.
William Shatner
Debbie Reynolds was one of the last of Hollywood Royalty. It breaks my heart that she is gone. I’d hoped that my grieving was done for 2016.
Seth MacFarlane
My favorite Debbie Reynolds recording. She was one of the last of the true H’wood talents: actress, singer, dancer.
Zoe Saldana
Today is officially a sad day. As a mother my heart goes out to Debbie Reynolds and her daughter Carrie Fisher. RIP DB and CF.
Christina Applegate
I can’t take this. To the whole family. I am so gutted. I am so sorry.
Larry King
Debbie Reynolds was pure class. She was loving, talented, beautiful, unsinkable. I feel sorry for anyone who never got a chance to meet her.
Anna Kendrick
American treasure.
Albert Brooks
Debbie Reynolds, a legend and my movie mom. I can’t believe this happened one day after Carrie. My heart goes out to Billie.
Sean Hayes
It is beyond astonishing that both @carrieffisher & @DebbieReynolds1 have left this earth. I overwhelmingly adored & admired them both.
Mario Lopez
Ms.Reynolds has gone to be w/her daughter in Heaven. May the family find peace & feel the love the world has for them.