Hollywood applauds Meryl Streep’s Golden Globes Speech

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan. 9 : While accepting the Cecil B. DeMille Award during this year's Golden Globes, veteran actress Meryl Streep used her time on stage slam President-elect Donald Trump, without mentioning his name.

Following her speech, Hollywood took to social media to applaud Streep, including American actress, director, and singer Brie Larson who recognized her in an Instagram post.

"Fully sobbing. This is what a leader of truth, compassion and freedom for all looks like. Thank you #MerylStreep," read her caption. Here's what the others posted on their social media. -Ellen DeGeneres: There has never been anyone like Meryl Streep. I love her. #GoldenGlobes -Katie Holmes: We are so blessed to be inspired by this incredible, remarkable woman. Her speech tonight was truly magnificent. I am forever in awe and so deeply moved. Congratulations and thank you #merylstreep #goldenglobes -Sharon Stone: She has never been more graceful than tonight, nearly w/out voice, her voice has never been so strong.

TY Meryl Streep. #GoldenGlobes -Alyssa Milano: A true inspiration. Meryl, you beautiful soul. Thank you for using your voice to empower. #GoldenGlobes -Emmy Rossum: I HAVE NEVER LOVED MERYL MORE. BRAVO. WELL SAID. -Laverne Cox: Everything she said. Thank you #MerylStreep for you work and everything you said tonight. #empathy #GoldenGlobes.

Source: ANI