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The US Supreme Court has ruled in favour of same-sex marriage. This means, that should they decide to tie-the-knot, same-sex couples across the country will meet no legal obstacles.
And from the incredible reaction sweeping the Internet today, it is clear to see just how many Americans, and people around the world, are thrilled at this result.
Click through for some of the heartwarming, beautiful and hilarious responses (post continues after gallery)…
Responses to US legalising same-sex marriage- #LoveWins.
#LoveWins is trending on Twitter around the world, a simple and all-encompassing statement of unity, equality and support. People are sharing thoughts and photographs of themselves, and their friends and family, who because of the ruling, now have equal rights.
Many celebrities have also taken to social media to share their happiness. People such as actor/director James Franco, Presidential Candidate Hilary Clinton, One Direction’s Harry Styles and actress Olivia Wilde has been very vocal in their support.
Check out some of the celebrity responses to the ruling (post continues after gallery)…
Openly gay celebrities, some of whom have been able to get married in their home states, are over the moon at with the landmark ruling. Actress and comedian Rosie O’Donnell tweeted, “WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL ! #gaymarriage #LoveWins #SCOTUS #KaliefBrowder.” Talk-Show Queen Ellen Degeneres simply stating, “Love won. #MarriageEquality.”
Love won. #MarriageEquality
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) June 26, 2015