With the news of the passing of Sen. John McCain Saturday night, it didn’t take long for the twittersphere and Facebook to erupt in reactions from celebrities and notables from across the globe.
Tom Hanks:
Duty. Honor. Country. Our nation thanks you, John McCain. There has been no finer son of America... Hanx
— Tom Hanks (@tomhanks) August 26, 2018
Ellen DeGeneres:
I was honored to have met John McCain. He always stood up for what he believed was right. Sending love to his family on this very sad day for our country. pic.twitter.com/SiIsXJMqvo
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) August 26, 2018
Whoopi Goldberg:
Senator John McCain passed today, all i can think about..he never stopped trying to do his best. What an honor it’s been to know him. My condolences to the family he loved and adored and to his daughter & my friend @MeghanMcCain...from all my family, much love
— Whoopi Goldberg (@WhoopiGoldberg) August 26, 2018
“The View”:
Tonight we lost an American hero. We send our deepest sympathies to Meghan, Cindy, and the entire McCain family. @TheView family honors the life and legacy of Sen. John McCain — the beloved father and husband who devoted his life to serving our country. pic.twitter.com/8TnxJRl3rp
— The View (@TheView) August 26, 2018
Arnold Schwarzenegger:
I will miss Senator McCain dearly, and my thoughts are with Cindy and Senator McCain’s whole family. What I said yesterday matters even more today. Each of us must strive for his dignity, his service, his commitment to country. He showed us the way. https://t.co/xwaumiDrJ0
— Arnold (@Schwarzenegger) August 26, 2018
U.S. Naval Academy:
The Naval Academy is mourning the loss of one of our most distinguished graduates, Sen. John McCain (USNA ‘58). His life of service to our country is a legacy that will continue to be revered. #USNavy #usna #Military #midshipmen
— U.S. Naval Academy (@NavalAcademy) August 26, 2018
Tim McGraw:
Mandy Moore:
Rest in peace, @SenJohnMcCain. We are forever indebted to you for your service and sacrifice. https://t.co/BwQsQCtDGb
— Mandy Moore (@TheMandyMoore) August 26, 2018
Mia Farrow:
John McCain U.S. Senator
— Mia Farrow (@MiaFarrow) August 26, 2018
Silver Star
Bronze Star Medal
Purple Heart
Legion of Merit
Distinguished Flying Cross
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal
Reese Witherspoon:
God Bless, #JohnMcCain . Respect for this American citizen who proudly served our country for so many years. #RIP https://t.co/gzJTdG5QKz
— Reese Witherspoon (@ReeseW) August 26, 2018
Sheryl Crow:
Saddened to hear of the passing of Sen. John McCain, the consummate loyal American and devoted public servant. Praying for his family. He will be sorely missed.
— Sheryl Crow (@SherylCrow) August 26, 2018
Patricia Heaton:
I had the great honor of introducing @SenJohnMcCain at two events during his presidential run. I always loved his independent spirit and his humor. Prayers for his family. #RIPJohnMccain pic.twitter.com/pGoN8JbSTJ
— Patricia Heaton (@PatriciaHeaton) August 26, 2018
Tom Arnold:
RIP Senator John McCain #AmericanHero https://t.co/GuXFZCcvnM
— Tom Arnold (@TomArnold) August 26, 2018
Joy Behar:
We have lost someone who was a voice of reason and truth. A hero. He will be sorely missed. RIP, John McCain.
— Joy Behar (@JoyVBehar) August 26, 2018
Dan Rather:
Jimmy Kimmel:
America lost a real hero today. Condolences to @cindymccain, the McCain family and the Arizonans who were so fortunate to have the opportunity to vote for a man of principle. John McCain’s sacrifice and the sacrifices made by all our POWs and MIAs must never be forgotten.
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) August 26, 2018
Denis Leary:
#RIPJohnMcCain Words that he lived by: https://t.co/4apl0qf6N2
— Denis Leary (@denisleary) August 26, 2018
Drew Carey:
RIP @SenJohnMcCain. A real American war hero. His service and sacrifice in Vietnam will never be forgotten.
— 🅳🆁🅴🆆 🅲🅰🆁🅴🆈 (@DrewFromTV) August 26, 2018
Matthew Dowd:
Mr. T:
Thank you Sen. John McCain for fighting the good fight! God bless you.
— Mr. T (@MrT) August 26, 2018
George Soros:
Remembering John McCain, a brave warrior for human rights who stood up against repression and torture.
— George Soros (@georgesoros) August 26, 2018
Katie Couric:
I concur. John McCain was a fine man who embodied decency and lived a life of honor. RIP to a true American hero and patriot. https://t.co/PG9xyR4aXG
— Katie Couric (@katiecouric) August 26, 2018
Bret Baier:
Kathy Griffin:
Couldn’t disagree more with Senator McCain on policy but there’s no denying he was a hero who served our country admirably. He deserved so much better in his final years...the bullying by Trump and his supporters was awful.
— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) August 26, 2018
Bob Saget:
Senator John McCain. Rest In Peace.
— bob saget (@bobsaget) August 26, 2018
Bob Iger:
Rest in peace #JohnMcCain, a hero, a patriot, a selfless man, who served others before serving himself. Our country will miss you.
— Robert Iger (@RobertIger) August 26, 2018
Patricia Arquette:
https://twitter.com/PattyArquette/status/1033524439026028545
Kevin Nealon:
God bless Sen. John McCain! I met him several times and was always impressed. A patriot. A real gentleman. A decent man. #Ripsenjohnmccain #JohnMcCain #SenJohnMcCain
— Kevin Nealon (@kevin_nealon) August 26, 2018
Derrick Hall:
miss seeing his smiling face in the stands and our heartfelt thoughts go out to his entire family.
— Derrick Hall (@DHallDbacks) August 26, 2018
Jonathan Frakes:
One less honorable man. R.I.P.John McCain
— Jonathan Frakes (@jonathansfrakes) August 26, 2018
