Music stars are among the people offering words of support for Canadian actor Elliot Page following his announcement Tuesday that he is transgender.
The 33-year-old Halifax native, currently starring in the Toronto-shot series The Umbrella Academy, shared on social media: “I can’t begin to express how remarkable it feels to finally love who I am enough to pursue my authentic self.”
Canadian duo Tegan and Sara tweeted: “Profound love and admiration for you @TheElliotPage !! Your strength, bravery and activism - not to mention all the art you contribute to this earth - is truly special. Thank you for being so open about your journey and for fighting so hard to make the world a better place.”
Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 shared Page’s message and wrote: “Congrats to Elliot Page. Never met you, don’t know you at all, but you, your compassion, and your bravery have my love and support.”
In Page’s Instagram comments, Miley Cyrus wrote “Elliot rules!” followed by several heart emojis. “Kudos Elliot!,” wrote Cyndi Lauper.
“Yaaaaaaay! Love you!,” wrote Canadian singer Tanya Tagaq. Jann Arden offered: “Nothing but love, support and more love Elliot.”