
Hillary ClintonHillary Diane Rodham ClintonEverytown urges Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign over newly uncovered remarks Marjorie Taylor Greene expressed support on Facebook for violence against Democrats McConnell last spoke to Trump on Dec. 15 MORE is applauding Elliot Page's announcement that he is transgender, praising the "Umbrella Academy" star for introducing his authentic self.
The 2016 Democratic presidential nominee congratulated Page in a Wednesday tweet, writing: "It's wonderful to witness people becoming who they are."
It’s wonderful to witness people becoming who they are. Congratulations, Elliot. https://t.co/6vdKuH2slV
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) December 2, 2020
The 33-year-old actor and "Juno" star revealed in an emotional Instagram post on Tuesday that he is transgender and vowed to do everything he could to "change this world for the better."
Clinton was among several public figures, including lawmakers and celebrities, to show support for Page.
Rep. Raja KrishnamoorthiSubramanian (Raja) Raja KrishnamoorthiThere's no excuse for the government to put dangerous cars on the road Democrat rips Sackler family, Purdue doctors during House questioning Enforcing the Presidential Records Act is essential for preserving our democracy's transparency, history MORE (D-Ill.) and Delaware state Sen.-elect Sarah McBride (D), the first transgender woman elected to a state Senate, both commended him.
Elliot Page has shown immeasurable courage and strength and I wish him my sincerest congratulations. I am encouraged by the visibility he is bringing to the transgender & non-binary community & I wish him the very best in the bright future before him. https://t.co/BFAZhD9cZO pic.twitter.com/7Mz3ES3uiw
— Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (@CongressmanRaja) December 2, 2020
Congrats, Elliot! We are all lucky to bear witness to your authenticity, vulnerability, and compassion. You've blazed so many trails before and continue to do so. Thank you.
— Sarah McBride (@SarahEMcBride) December 1, 2020
Entertainers including "Pitch Perfect" star Anna Kendrick and Ellen DeGeneres also offered words of encouragement to the Academy Award-nominated actor.
Elliot Page’s words here are so beautiful and so eloquent, and he is reminding me that we can all be brave and joyful, even when things are scary. And this year especially, that reminder is such a GIFT. Sending them love/praise/gratitude/well-wishes etc etc etc etc ❤️❤️❤️ https://t.co/BX6DRXHzmz
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) December 1, 2020
Sending love to my friend, @TheElliotPage. You inspire me with your strength, courage and honesty.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) December 1, 2020