Kamala Harris made history — or is it herstory?! — today by becoming the first Black woman and Indian American woman to be nominated for the position of Vice President on a major party ticket. Joe Biden shared the news on Twitter, writing, “I have the great honor to announce that I’ve picked @KamalaHarris — a fearless fighter for the little guy, and one of the country’s finest public servants — as my running mate.” And to say that a lot of us are excited about the news that the U.S. Senator from California could be our VP in just a few short months is…well, kind of an understatement. (Honestly? We’re not even sure how to handle good news these days. But we digress.) Many celebrities — especially celebrity women — are reacting to Harris’ VP nomination with glee. Take a look!
Chrissy Teigen
The Cravings author tweeted it best, really. And are we surprised?
fuck yes. excited to vote!! still amazed Election Day isn't a national holiday. it needs to be celebrated, with a post vote bar crawl.
— chrissy teigen (@chrissyteigen) August 11, 2020
Mindy Kaling
“Was there ever more of an exciting day?” Kaling is “filled with hope and excitement.” Us, too.
https://twitter.com/mindykaling/status/1293292483737083904?s=21
https://twitter.com/mindykaling/status/1293292552108433408?s=21
Taylor Swift
YES — let’s hope the pop superstar rallies her Swifties to VOTE.
YES https://t.co/FuxljfhgZP
— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) August 11, 2020
Reese Witherspoon
“History is made. Congratulations @KamalaHarris!!” Elle Woods — er, we mean Reese Witherspoon — tweeted.
History is made. Congratulations @KamalaHarris!! 🌟 #VPHarris
— Reese Witherspoon (@ReeseW) August 11, 2020
Viola Davis
Viola Davis got the best birthday present ever.
Happy birthday to me! Happy birthday to me!! Happy birthday dear Viola!!! I am strapped up!!! #VOTE
💛💛💛💛👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿 pic.twitter.com/DiUgoZJxB4— Viola Davis (@violadavis) August 11, 2020
Kerry Washington
The Little Fires Everywhere actress tweeted that she’s “overwhelmed by this historic moment” — and we feel the same.
Yes We Kam!
— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) August 11, 2020
Overwhelmed by this historic moment. @KamalaHarris is the first Black woman & first Asian-American/Indian to be a VP nominee of major party. My heart is soaring for all the kids out there who see themselves in her and will dream bigger because of this. #KamalaHarrisForVP
— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) August 11, 2020
John Legend
Chrissy’s husband counts Kamala Harris as a friend — and it’s just the latest reason we’re envious of his life.
Very happy for our friend and Senator and future Vice-President, @KamalaHarris, and very much looking forward to voting for the Biden-Harris ticket to begin the difficult work of recovering from this nightmare presidency and building an even better future.
— John Legend (@johnlegend) August 11, 2020
Barack Obama
Our favorite dad and husband of Michelle knows a thing or two about picking a VP — and he more than approves of his own vice president’s choice.
I’ve known Senator @KamalaHarris for a long time. She is more than prepared for the job. She’s spent her career defending our Constitution and fighting for folks who need a fair shake. This is a good day for our country. Now let’s go win this thing. pic.twitter.com/duJhFhWp6g
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 11, 2020
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