It’s not everyday that a former Oscar nominee announces herself as a lesbian. So, with Ellen Page coming out as gay in a moving speech Friday at an LGBT event in Las Vegas Friday, a slew of stars have taken to Twitter to applaud the actress’ bravery. Here are a few examples of those who may be reciting some Juno quotes this weekend in honor of the actress: 23 Celebrities Who Are Out and Proud Open Slideshow 1. Ellen Page Ellen Page made a major announcement in early 2014: She’s gay. We applaud her for it. View As List 1. Ellen Page Ellen Page made a major announcement in early 2014: She’s gay. We applaud her for it. 2. Neil Patrick Harris Neil Patrick Harris plays a womanizer on How I Met Your Mother. But he’s married to a man in real life. 3. Jim Parsons Jim Parsons is a multi-time Emmy winner. He came out in an interview with The New York Times. 4. Anderson Cooper It’s the silver fox! Anderson Cooper made his announcment in a moving personal statement. 5. Zachary Quinto Zachary Quinto is best known for roles in Heroes, American Horror Story and on the stage. He also plays Spock in the new Star Trek franchise. 6. Adam Lambert There was never any real doubt about Adam Lambert’s sexuality. But he made it clear not long after his run on American Idol ended. 7. T.R. Knight He’ll always be George O’Malley to Grey’s Anatomy fans. T.R. Knight was at the center of a gay slur scandal that led to a series cast shake-up. 8. Rosie O’Donnell Rosie O’Donnell is one of our more outspoken celebrities. She has five kids. 9. Sean Hayes Sean Hayes is a beloved sitcom star. He’ll always be revered for his role on Will & Grace. 10. Ellen DeGeneres Ellen DeGeneres is married to Portia de Rossi. She absolutely cracks us up on her talk show. 11. Lance Bass Lance Bass sang his way into our hearts a long time ago. We may still have his poster on our bedroom wall. 12. Portia de Rossi Portia de Rossi is married to Ellen DeGeneres and slays us on Arrested Development. She’s never been shy about her sexuality. 13. Robin Roberts Robin Roberts came out in late 2013. Reporters don’t get more respected than this GMA anchor. 14. Jesse Tyler Ferguson We adore Jesse Tyler Ferguson on Modern Family. The gay actor plays a gay character on the sitcom. 15. Jane Lynch Jane Lynch has been out of the closet for awhile. She cracks us up on Glee. 16. Chris Colfer Chris Colfer is doubly gay! He’s gay in real life and he plays a gay high school graduate on Glee. 17. Cynthia Nixon Cynthia Nixon slept with a lot of men on Sex and the City. But she’s partial to women off screen. 18. Clay Aiken Clay Aiken is another gay American Idol alum. He’s running for Congress in North Carolina. 19. Wanda Sykes Wanda Sykes is a hilarious actress. She has never hidden the fact that she’s gay. 20. Ricky Martin Ricky Martin is the father of twin boys. He’s living La Vida Loca. 21. Melissa Etheridge Melissa Etheridge is a great singer. She wants to come to the window of women only. 22. Elton John It’s shocking but true, folks: Elton John is gay! 23. Michael Sam Michael Sam announced his sexuality prior to the 2014 NFL Draft. He was appropriately applauded for doing so. Emile Hirsch : Props to @EllenPage for helping so many people through their daily struggles by courageously leading by example and coming out on V Day! Jesse Tyler Ferguson : Love love LOVE @EllenPage & the message she sent out today! What a perfect way to end Valentines Day! Jaime King : Congrats @EllenPage for sharing your Light, integrity and truth with us all. Both onscreen and off. I have great admiration for you. Kate Mara : Hey @EllenPage…Be my Valentine? #respect Mia Farrow : Beautiful, eloquent speech!! We love you @ellenpage Anna Kendrick : Mad mad mad mad mad mad crazy love and praise for @EllenPage today. Congrats to you, you light, talent, and beauty. Ricky Martin : Very beautiful Ellen Page!!! IM very happy for you!!! You are free! Patrick Wilson : Congratulations, @EllenPage…such a thrilling speech. 🙂 Josh Gad : Thank you @EllenPage for your eloquence, courage and incredible Valentine’s message. #amazingrolemodel Ellen Page Gay Admission
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Ellen Page: Supported, Admired, Applauded by Hollywood
