On April 11 it was announced that George Zimmerman, the man who shot and killed 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, would be charged with second-degree murder. Immediately, celebrities across the nation sent out their reactions to the news, with celebs like Russell Simmons, David Banner, Big Boi and Taraji P. Henson rejoicing over the news and sharing words of wisdom for the future.
The celebrity outpouring is just the latest in a long line of Hollywood reactions to Trayvon Martin’s murder and we appreciate these celebs for continuing to bring much-needed attention to Martin’s death. Check out the celebrity reactions below. –nicholas robinson