The World Reacts To #Brexit

By Jennifer McShane
25th Jun 2016

It’s less than 48 hours since news broke; Brexit is happening, and the UK will leave the EU. Many are still reeling, the shock setting in as we struggle to contemplate what is an uncertain future for us at home, the UK and many neighbouring countries. What will happen next? And what of the long-term implications? There has been a litany of speculation since yesterday morning, but no one is quite sure – we’ve never had a situation like this before. The reaction to this historical referendum has come in thick and fast with leading figures from the worlds of fashion, film, music and literature?taking to social media to voice their opinions – some are’relieved, most are horrified – and eloquent words following the result. We’ve rounded up a selection of them below:

ICYMI: #Brexit: A Lost Daughter’s Farewell To England ?

I don’t think I’ve ever wanted magic more. https://twitter.com/jotiele/status/746190986259247108

? J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) June 24, 2016

Well millennials. We’re really really fucked.
? lily (@lilyallen) June 24, 2016

Important Friday reminder from a younger @arrowdewilde
A photo posted by Lena Dunham (@lenadunham) on Jun 24, 2016 at 10:17am PDT

In response to the @leave.eu campaign who have today tried to put a spin on quotes made 20 years ago about keeping or losing the pound, I have to say strongly my comments were not about this referendum and should not be misused in this way! I believe in my country, I believe in a future for my children where we are stronger together and I support the #remain campaign. @strongerineurope
A photo posted by Victoria Beckham (@victoriabeckham) on Jun 21, 2016 at 3:14am PDT

I can’t get my head around what’s happening in Britain.I’m so sorry to the youth of Britain. I fear you’ve been let down today x
? James Corden (@JKCorden) June 24, 2016

Interesting reading RT @EJPacke: Older generation voted for a future that their children did not want #EURefResults pic.twitter.com/aGWSjhJ1wN
? JasonManford (@JasonManford) June 24, 2016

It’s sad but probably true that the decision to leave the EU can simply be explained by a massive generational divide. We’ve been let down.
? Will Poulter (@PoulterWill) June 24, 2016

I truly believe this is one of the most devastating things to happen during my lifetime. I felt a fear I’ve never felt this morning.
? Ellie Goulding (@elliegoulding) June 24, 2016

A photo posted by Dan Stevens (@thatdanstevens) on Jun 24, 2016 at 4:38am PDT

This. From the @FT pic.twitter.com/FgulDbhH7g
? amy lam? (@amylame) June 24, 2016

I think about the possibilities for the new PM, I think about the state of the opposition, and I despair.
? Pete Fraser (@petefrasermusic) June 24, 2016

I’m trying to think of the Britain portrayed in the opening ceremony of 2012. That is the country I love and want to be a part of.
? Scott Bryan (@scottygb) June 24, 2016

Not for me . For you and the young generation. https://twitter.com/Aimson/status/746207664959455236
? Lord Sugar (@Lord_Sugar) June 24, 2016

BREXIT!!! It’s a new world.
? Bette Midler (@BetteMidler) June 24, 2016

What utterly depressing news. I’m so sorry to my friends in the UK who voted to Remain, I can’t even imagine…https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=/p/BHCMFnBgMY2/
? Louise O’ Neill (@oneilllo) June 24, 2016

A brave new world where hard working people lose they jobs, increased austerity and the young forced to carry the can. Fucking needless.
? Daniel Mays (@DanielMays9) June 25, 2016

Brilliant statement to Londoners from @MayorofLondon @SadiqKhan https://t.co/Q4GNy7YK7n pic.twitter.com/FQTq4V6PlB
? elisabeth edvardsen (@elisabethLDN) June 24, 2016

An early look at next week’s cover, ?Silly Walk Off a Cliff,? by Barry Blitt: https://nyer.cm/r9y38eK pic.twitter.com/LJ1kZjABpg
? The New Yorker (@NewYorker) June 24, 2016

A sad image on a sad day, a day when fear, ignorance and racism seem to have triumphed. #brexit pic.twitter.com/qJOUHSkZw7
? Conor Pope (@conor_pope) June 24, 2016

I’m not giving up my seat to the elderly anymore. Eye for an eye.
? VUJ (@DavidVujanic) June 24, 2016

Fintan O?Toole (@fotoole): #Brexit is an English nationalist revolution #EURefResults https://t.co/2Qrdw5gr3Y pic.twitter.com/VwPV5oj7jT
? Irish Times Opinion (@IrishTimesOpEd) June 24, 2016

Today Jo wld have remained optimistic & focussed on what she cld do to bring our country back together around our best values #MoreInCommon
? Brendan Cox (@MrBrendanCox) June 24, 2016

More than 70% of young people voted to remain. What about their voices? A staggering mandate from those living longest with this decision
? Emma Barnett (@Emmabarnett) June 24, 2016

I want to send a clear message to Londoners, businesses and investors around the world #LondonIsOpen pic.twitter.com/UIwOADOCZo
? Mayor of London (@MayorofLondon) June 25, 2016