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Supreme Court Overturns DOMA: Celebs React on Twitter

Marriage equality

On Wednesday, the Supreme Court ruled that the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is unconstitutional, giving legally married same-sex couples the same federal rights as heterosexual couples. The courts also struck down Proposition 8, which outlawed same-sex marriage in California.

Naturally, after the announcement was made, social media began blowing up with reactions to the overturning of the laws — and celebs are right in on the action, showing their support for same sex marriage. Check out what some stars are saying on Twitter:

“Gay, straight, lesbian, bi.. No one is better than any one else. What an incredible day for California AND for equality.” –Demi Lovato

“So happy for #equality #loveislove !! My friends deserve THE BEST. ❤❤❤” – Snooki

“Yes!!! What an incredible day! So happy to see this day finally is here! #equality #DOMA #prop8 #LoveIsLove” – Kyle Richards

“Big news from the Supreme Court. Goodbye #DOMA #Prop8. Hello #equality.” – Ben Affleck

“It’s a supremely wonderful day for equality. Prop 8 is over, and so is DOMA. Congratulations everyone. And I mean everyone.” – Ellen DeGeneres

“And Prop 8 was dismissed?!? Huzzah! Christmas comes six months early this year! (Less one day…)” –Neil Patrick Harris

“Remember the old days when #DOMA was around and gay people couldn’t get married in California? Crazy right!?” – Jesse Tyler Ferguson

“Down w DOMA! Something to be very proud of this upcoming July 4th. We are making beautiful progress for Equality! #proud” – Adam Lambert

“Proud to be an American on a day like today. #DOMA found unconstitutional. Equality and love overrule <3″ – Sarah Hyland

“Don’t wanna traffic in stereotypes but let’s be real: I’m gonna love a gay wedding” – Lena Dunham

“Historic day. Well done #SCOTUS.” –Leonardo DiCaprio

“You’re damn right DOMA is unconstitutional!! #equalitymattersKristen Bell

“What a major step forward for #marriageequality—beyond excited & proud of this country today! #loveislove @BarackObama” –Rachel Zoe

“Beautiful news this morning! A historic day for the US and equality. #LoveIsLove” – Bethenny Frankel