Naya Rivera‘s tragic death shocked and saddened in equal measure.

As reported, the ‘Glee’ actress lost her life in what appears to be an instance of accidental drowning while on a boat trip with her 4-year-old son at California’s Lake Piru.

Rivera was confirmed missing after the July 8th trip and, after a five day search, her body was recovered and formally identified yesterday (July 13th).

An outpouring of emotion from fans was matched by that of many of her celebrity peers.

Their words below…

 

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My favorite duet partner. I love you. I miss you. I don’t have words right now, just lots of feelings. Rest In Peace Angel, and know that your family will never have to worry about anything.

A post shared by Amber Riley (@msamberpriley) on Jul 13, 2020 at 9:02pm PDT

 

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RIP Naya Rivera. I’ll forever cherish the opportunity to play your girlfriend on Glee. The character you played was groundbreaking for tons of closeted queer girls (like me at the time) and open queer girls, and your ambition and accomplishments were inspiring to Latina women all over the world. My heart goes out to your loved ones at this time.. ❤️🕊

A post shared by Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) on Jul 13, 2020 at 5:29pm PDT

 

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Prayers for Naya Rivera’s family. Man….can we have a “Do Over ” of 2020. The loss is too much 💔💔🙏🏿

A post shared by VIOLA DAVIS (@violadavis) on Jul 13, 2020 at 3:13pm PDT

 

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RIP Naya! My thoughts and prayers go out to her loved ones, especially her son!

A post shared by Kellie S. Jackson (Williams) (@kellieswilliams) on Jul 13, 2020 at 4:19pm PDT

 

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Heartbreaking! 💔🙏🏾 My deepest condolences to her family & loved ones. #RipNaya

A post shared by #PorshaWilliams (@porsha4real) on Jul 13, 2020 at 7:11pm PDT

 

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How can you convey all your love and respect for someone in one post? How can you summarize a decade of friendship and laughter with words alone? If you were friends with Naya Rivera, you simply can’t. Her brilliance and humor were unmatched. Her beauty and talent were otherworldly. She spoke truth to power with poise and fearlessness. She could turn a bad day into a great day with a single remark. She inspired and uplifted people without even trying. Being close to her was both a badge of honor and a suit of armor. Naya was truly one of a kind, and she always will be. 💔 Sending all my love to her wonderful family and her beautiful son.

A post shared by Chris Colfer (@chriscolfer) on Jul 13, 2020 at 2:33pm PDT

This is an absolute nightmare. I had the pleasure of having dinner with her once after a recording session we did together and she was an absolute sweetheart. My heart goes out to her family and friends. I hope I’m lucky enough to meet you up in heaven. Rest In Peace Naya Rivera

— Bebe Rexha (@BebeRexha) July 13, 2020

Beautiful Naya Rivera, Rest In Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones. You will be missed & never forgotten. ❤️

— Becky G. (@iambeckyg) July 13, 2020

the reason songbird by fleetwood mac is one of my favorite songs ever is because of the glee soundtrack version. she transformed it. 🙏🏼 Rest Easy Naya Rivera
God cover and hold her loved ones!

— Kehlani (@Kehlani) July 13, 2020

I had the opportunity to work with the one and only #nayarivera. So much talent. Deeply saddened and touched. Please, let her have peace, Lord. 💔💔💔

— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) July 13, 2020

RIP Naya Rivera…tragic story 😞 sending love to her family and to her little boy..so sad 😔

— RUSS (@russdiemon) July 13, 2020

 

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Rest In Peace, Naya Rivera💔😔Mommy, Daughter, Sister, Friend. Sending prayers to all those who love you!!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💔

A post shared by Holly Robinson Peete (@hollyrpeete) on Jul 13, 2020 at 2:45pm PDT

Beautiful Naya Rivera, Rest In Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones. You will be missed & never forgotten. ❤️

— Becky G. (@iambeckyg) July 13, 2020

 

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She was bold. She was outrageous. She was a LOT of fun.⁣ ⁣ Naya made me laugh like no one else on that set. I always said it while we were working together and I’ve maintained it ever since. Her playful, wicked sense of humor never ceased to bring a smile to my face.⁣ ⁣ She played by her own rules and was in a class of her own. She had a brashness about her that I couldn’t help but be enchanted by. I also always loved her voice, and savored every chance I got to hear her sing. I think she had more talent than we would have ever been able to see.⁣ ⁣ I was constantly moved by the degree to which she took care of her family, and how she looked out for her friends. She showed up for me on numerous occasions where she didn’t have to, and I was always so grateful for her friendship then, as I certainly am now.⁣ ⁣ And even as I sit here, struggling to comprehend, gutted beyond description- the very thought of her cracks me up and still brings a smile to my face. That was Naya’s gift. And it’s a gift that will never go away. ⁣ ⁣ Rest in peace you wild, hilarious, beautiful angel.

A post shared by Darren Criss (@darrencriss) on Jul 13, 2020 at 6:00pm PDT

 

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Can’t believe I’m writing this. My heart. So many emotions. So many memories. My mind did not want to accept this. My sweet Naya. I love you. Will always love you. I’ll never forget your sweet smile, your amazing voice, and your warmth and love that has always welcomed me. I knew as early as 9 years old you were going to grace us with so much talent and so much beauty. I’m so grateful to have been blessed with your presence for over 20 years. You took my breath away and always will. Another angel has gained her wings. My heart goes out to the Rivera family.

A post shared by tameramowrytwo (@tameramowrytwo) on Jul 13, 2020 at 2:16pm PDT

 

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My Naya! I became apart of your world through my brother @tahj_mowry. You guys used to hit the pavement auditioning together and booking jobs together. I’ve known your beautiful spirit since the age of 6. You quickly became family. Just some of my favorite memories- you helping my sister and myself look for a place to live when my parents kicked Tamera and I out of the house at 25. Us hitting L.A. night life together with @tahj_mowry and going to parties introducing me to the most wild drink I’ve ever had and you laughing at me because I couldn’t handle it. I will never forget asking you to shoot an episode of my cooking show Tia Mowry at Home and you saying yes without hesitation. Or us walking together to our cars on the paramount lot after a long hard day of work. We were both so stoked that we had television shows on the same lot. I love you. Your smile will always be the most beautiful smile. Rest my love. You are now a beautiful angel. 🙏🏽

A post shared by TiaMowry (@tiamowry) on Jul 13, 2020 at 2:33pm PDT

I didn’t know Naya personally, but I admired her as an artist. I’m so devastated by the news – a true talent lost far too soon. My deepest condolences and prayers go out to her family. 💞 XoP #RipNayaRivera

— Paula Abdul (@PaulaAbdul) July 13, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers remain with Naya’s loved ones.

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