Celebs React to the Zimmerman Verdict

(The Root) — Twitter is still buzzing about the George Zimmerman verdict handed down last night. Celebrities are weighing in, too, tweeting their condolences, anger and motivational words. Suggested Reading Pete Hegseth and Other Trump Picks Unfit for Their Big Government Jobs The Books By Black Authors We Can’t Wait to Read in March 2026…

(The Root) — Twitter is still buzzing about the George Zimmerman verdict handed down last night. Celebrities are weighing in, too, tweeting their condolences, anger and motivational words.

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I am optimistic I am cynical Im angry Im in pain I am motivated Im confused Im scared I am sick of racism & want to do something about it

— solange knowles (@solangeknowles) July 14, 2013

https://twitter.com/TalibKweli/status/356276886747357187

Short Life .. Everlasting Spirit. R.I.P. Trayvon Martin

— Jackée Harry (@JackeeHarry) July 14, 2013

Tracy Clayton is a writer, humorist and blogger from Louisville, Ky.

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