19 Reactions to Carrie Fisher's Death That Will Make You Weep

By Sarah Siegel

Updated on 12/28/2016 at 11:25 AM

People all over the world are mourning the loss of Carrie Fisher after news broke of her death on Dec. 27. As soon as the devastating news was announced, fans everywhere started reacting on social media. The response to the report has distraught fans discussing the shocking news that 2016 has claimed another beloved icon, and other fans ensuring that Carrie is remembered for her mental health advocacy just as much as playing fierce feminist Princess Leia in the Star Wars franchise. Read on to see the beautiful tributes fans have created for the heroine.

People drew heartfelt illustrations of Fisher to remember her.

Others took the time to thank Fisher for being a role model to women.

Plenty of people spoke up about Fisher's dedicated work fighting the stigma around mental illness.

Some promised to be more like her in the coming year.

Rest in peace, Carrie Fisher . . .

. . . And may the Force be with you always.