The lives of 49 innocent people were taken in an Orlando nightclub over the weekend.
It was an unspeakable tragedy carried out by Omar Mateen, a deranged gunman who used a semi-automatic rifle to carry out the biggest shooting massacre in U.S. history.
And while there are no words to make up for the losses of these individuals, a handful of celebrities out there have at least earned our respect via the following tributes and reactions:
Lin-Manuel Miranda Honors Orlando Shooting Victims with Sonnet
Lin-Manuel Miranda was all over the 2016 Tony Awards. Take a look here at the unique way he honored the victims of the Orlando nightclub shooting.
John Oliver On Orlando Shooting: Omar Mateen Is a Terrorist Dipsh*t
Comedian John Oliver recorded a brief statement that aired before his Sunday night HBO series, ‘Last Week Tonight.’ Oliver called the suspect a “dipshit terrorist” and highlighted the ways in which others are supporting the victims.
J.K. Rowling Mourns Orlando Victim with Harry Potter Connection
J.K. Rowling has spoken out on one Orlando shooting victim in particular. Here is what the author had to say about Luis Vielma.
Kim Kardashian Tweets Surprisingly Insightful Comments on Orlando Shooting
Kim Kardashian tweeted about the tragedy in Orlando. Somewhat surprisingly, she offered some sound ideas on how to prevent this sort of thing from happening again.
Adele Breaks Down Over Orlando Shooting
Adele dedicated this entire performance to the victims of the Orlando shooting in Pure nightclub. Watch her tribute now.
Jimmy Fallon May Have Given The Best Orlando Tribute Yet
Jimmy Fallon addressed the Orlando shooting on Monday night, telling the audience he had no idea what to tell his daughters when they’re old enough to ask what happened.
Orlando Muslim Donates Blood, Urges Communities to Unite Against Hate
Mahmoud ElAwadi donated blood in Orlando after the mass shooting at Pulse Nightclub. He then posted the photo and a powerful message to Facebook that has gone viral.
WATCH Lady Gaga Pay Tribute to Orlando Shooting Victims
Lady Gaga could not hold back the tears while giving a speech in honor of those killed in Orlando last weekend. Watch her moving speech here.
Conan O’Brien Pushes to End Assault Rifle Sales
Conan O’Brien used his monologue on Monday to make a political plea. He wants the U.S. to end the sale of semi-automatic assault rifles.
Beyonce Dedicates “Halo” to Orlando Shooting Victims
Beyonce doesn’t just perform “Halo” in this video. She performs the track in honor of those who died in this weekend’s Orlando terrorist attack.
Kelly Gets a Tattoo
Kelly Osbourne got this tattoo on her head after the shooting in Orlando. That’s one way to pay tribute, we guess.