Ellen DeGeneres sends 'love to my friend' Elliot Page... as celebs praise the Oscar-nominated star for his 'strength and bravery' after coming out as transgender

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A host of Hollywood's most prominent LGBTQ figures voiced their support for Elliot Page after he came out as transgender on Tuesday. 

Ellen DeGeneres led the charge commending the actor's 'bravery', saying she was inspired by the Juno star's 'strength, courage and honesty'.

Ellen, 62, wrote: 'Sending love to my friend, @TheElliotPage. You inspire me with your strength, courage and honesty.' 

The Oscar-nominated actor, 33, took to social media to share his transition with the world, telling the public: 'I feel lucky to be writing this. To be here. To have arrived at this place in my life.'

Community of support: Support poured in for Elliot Page after he came out as transgender in a powerful statement on Tuesday. He's seen in 2019 above

Musical duo Tegan And Sara retweeted Elliot's announcement, saying: 'Profound love and admiration for you @TheElliotPage!! 

'Your strength, bravery and activism – not to mention all the art you contribute to this earth – is truly special. Thank you for being so open about your journey and for fighting so hard to make the world a better place.'

Anna Kendrick remarked on Elliot's eloquence, saying: 'Elliot Page’s words here are so beautiful and so eloquent, and he is reminding me that we can all be brave and joyful, even when things are scary. 

'And this year especially, that reminder is such a GIFT. Sending them love/praise/gratitude/well-wishes etc etc etc etc ❤️❤️❤️'

Mia Farrow, revered actress and mother of journalist Ronan Farrow, wrote: 'Wishing you every blessing and happiness as you begin your new adventure dear Elliot!! How great!'

James Gunn, who directed Page in the 2010 film Super, told the star: 'Elliot, I love you, am proud of you, and admire you. Please keep being a beacon of courage, compassion, and strength for all of us.'  

Thoughtful: The host shared her support soon after Elliot's statement

Lots of love: Ellen DeGeneres said she was inspired by the Juno star's 'strength, courage and honesty'

Love: Musical duo Tegan And Sara retweeted Elliot's announcement, saying: 'Profound love and admiration for you @TheElliotPage!!'

Support: Anna Kendrick remarked on Elliot's eloquence, saying 'Elliot Page’s words here are so beautiful and so eloquent, and he is reminding me that we can all be brave and joyful, even when things are scary'

Ally: Patricia Arquette has been a vocal supporter of trans rights, especially since the death of sister Alexis in 2016

Courage: James Gunn, who directed Page in the 2010 film Super, told the star: 'Elliot, I love you, am proud of you, and admire you. Please keep being a beacon of courage, compassion, and strength for all of us'

Hearts: Ruby Rose, who identifies as gender fluid, shared a string of lovey emojis in the comment section, along with the message: 'Love love love you x'

Yes! Queer songstress Miley Cyrus used the comments section as her platform, simply saying: 'Elliot rules!'

Reaching out: Charmed actress Alyssa Milano was equally as gushing, as she lauded Elliot for the words, simply writing on Twitter: 'Thank you for this, Elliot'

Charmed actress Alyssa Milano was equally as gushing, as she lauded Elliot for the words, simply writing on Twitter: 'Thank you for this, Elliot.' 

On Instagram the support was just as enthusiastic.

Queer songstress Miley Cyrus used the comments section as her platform, simply saying: 'Elliot rules!'

Ruby Rose, who identifies as gender fluid, shared a string of lovey emojis in the comment section, along with the message: 'Love love love you x.'

Actress Anna Paquin, who came out as bisexual in 2010, was straightforward in her support, writing: 'Sending you ALL the love and support Elliot!'

Full of affection: Actress Anna Paquin, who came out as bisexual in 2010, was straightforward in her support, writing 'Sending you ALL the love and support Elliot!'

Admiration: Lena Dunham told Page: 'You are so loved and admired Elliot'

New adventure: Mia Farrow, revered actress and mother of journalist Ronan Farrow, wrote 'Wishing you every blessing and happiness as you begin your new adventure dear Elliot!! How great!'

Kind: Long-time LGBTQ ally Patrick Stewart wrote: 'I am proud to be your friend'

Opening up: Mark Ruffalo wrote: 'Congratulation, Elliot, in committing to the full expression of your self and being so open and candid about it. You have made this world a more tolerant and loving place with your commitment, courage, and vulnerability. We are lucky to have public figures like you'

Reaching out: Sarah Silverman branded Elliot 'inspiring'

Sweet: He thanked Canadian actor Jonathan Torrens for his kind words

She got heated in a follow-up comment addressing haters, telling trolls: 'And just to save some time to EVERYONE who is being hateful/transphobic/homophobic YOU CAN ALL F*** OFF. Elliot is a F***ing warrior and treasure of a human being.'

Oscar winner Patricia Arquette wrote: 'Sending you love and support!' Arquette has been a vocal supporter of trans rights, especially since the death of sister Alexis in 2016.

Lena Dunham told Page: 'You are so loved and admired Elliot.'

Mark Ruffalo wrote: 'Congratulation, Elliot, in committing to the full expression of your self and being so open and candid about it. You have made this world a more tolerant and loving place with your commitment, courage, and vulnerability. We are lucky to have public figures like you.' 

Comic Ilana Glazer said: 'So happy for and inspired by you, Elliot. And motivated by your complex contextualizing. Excellence exemplified, king.' 

Happiness: Julianne Moore shared 'I love you Elliot and I'm so happy for you' with a heart

Activist: Trans activist and journalist Raquel Willis told Elliot 'Your heart has always been big and you've used your platform to show up for the entire community for years. Thanks for the gift of your truth!'

Fan: Kumail Nanjiani sent his support as a fan, replying ' I've been a fan of Elliot's for a very long time and am excited to see him continue his fantastic work in the years to come'

Kind: Canadian comedian Mae Martin also paid tribute 

Reaching out: Trans writer Jen Richards welcomed Elliot 'to the family' 

Kumail Nanjiani sent his support as a fan, replying: ' I've been a fan of Elliot's for a very long time and am excited to see him continue his fantastic work in the years to come.'

Julianne Moore shared: 'I love you Elliot and I'm so happy for you' with a heart.

Juno director Jason Reitman said: 'WE LOVE YOU ELLIOT!'

Long-time LGBTQ ally Patrick Stewart wrote: 'I am proud to be your friend.'

Pose star and fellow trans talent Indya Moore was brief, saying: 'Love you Elliot!!'

Songwriter Kimya Dawson, formerly of The Moldy Peaches, voiced support from her and her daughter, writing: 'Panda and I love you so much.'

Peer: Pose star and fellow trans talent Indya Moore was brief, saying: 'Love you Elliot!!'

Longtime friend: Juno director Jason Reitman said: 'WE LOVE YOU ELLIOT!'

Pouring in: Natasha Lyonne, Kate Mara, Laura Linney, The L Word's Kate Moennig, Abbi Jacobson of Broad City, Taissa Farmiga, actress and podcaster Sara Ramos, and JD Samson of the band Le Tigre all demonstrated their support through affectionate emojis

Trans activist and journalist Raquel Willis told Elliot: 'Your heart has always been big and you've used your platform to show up for the entire community for years. Thanks for the gift of your truth!'

Natasha Lyonne, Kate Mara, Laura Linney, The L Word's Kate Moennig, Abbi Jacobson of Broad City, Taissa Farmiga, actress and podcaster Sara Ramos, and JD Samson of the band Le Tigre all demonstrated their support through affectionate emojis.

Page - who has been married to dancer Emma Portner, 26, since 2018 - took to Twitter on Tuesday morning to share an emotional statement with his revelation, writing: 'Hi friends, I want to share with you that I am trans, my pronouns are he/they and my name is Elliot.

Important: Page - who has been married to dancer Emma Portner, 26, since 2018 - took to Twitter on Tuesday morning to share 'Hi friends, I want to share with you that I am trans, my pronouns are he/they and my name is Elliot'

'I feel lucky to be writing this': The 33-year-old actor took to Twitter on Tuesday morning to share an emotional post with the revelation

Changes: As well as releasing his statement, Elliot also updated his social media accounts, changing his usernames, and adding a new profile picture (above) to his Twitter and Instagram

Emotional: Elliot's wife Emma took to Instagram shortly after the actor shared his statement to offer public words of support, writing 'Shine on sweet E. Love you so much'

'I feel lucky to be writing this. To have arrived at this place in my life.' 

Elliot, who received an Oscar nod for his role in the hit 2008 movie Juno, asked his followers and fans for 'patience', admitting that he is 'scared' of the 'invasiveness, the hate, the jokes, and of the violence' that he may face moving forward. 

'My job is real, but it is also fragile,' the actor said, adding: 'The truth is, despite feeling profoundly happy right now and knowing how much privilege I carry, I am also scared.'

Elliot, who is currently due to begin filming the third season of Netflix hit The Umbrella Academy in February, also unveiled changes to his official social media accounts, posting on Twitter under the username @TheElliotPage, and on Instagram as @elliotpage. 

He thanked his loved ones for their support through his journey, expressing his 'overwhelming gratitude' for helping him to reach a stage where he felt comfortable to 'pursue his authentic self'. 

Shortly after the actor posted the statement, his wife Emma voiced her public support for him on Instagram, while reiterating her partner's plea for patience. 

'I am so proud of @elliotpage. Trans, queer and non-binary people are a gift to this world,' Emma wrote

'I also ask for patience & privacy [and] that you join me in the fervent support of trans life every single day. Elliot’s existence is a gift in and of itself. Shine on sweet E. Love you so much.' 

She also commented on Elliot's Instagram post, writing: 'Love you so much elliot.'  

Elliot's decision to publicly reveal he is transgender comes almost three years after the couple tied the knot in a secret ceremony, having only been dating publicly for six months. 

Prior to their relationship, Juno star Elliot had been linked to several different partners, both male and female, including Big Little Lies star Alexander Skarsgård and actress Shailene Woodley - although their romance was never confirmed.

He also dated artist Samantha Thomas for 18 months, with the couple splitting just months before Elliot tied the knot with Emma. 

Elliot came out publicly as gay in 2014 in an emotional speech at the Human Rights Campaign's Time to Thrive conference for LGTBQ youth. 

In the speech, the actor shared that he hoped his news would help others struggling with their sexuality, saying: 'I'm here today because I am gay. And because maybe I can make a difference.' 

Prior to transition, Page was one of the most visible out gay actors in Hollywood; his latest announcement further enriches his legacy, and adds him to a small but growing number of trans creators and stars who have made the decision to come out publicly, including performers like Laverne Cox, Trace Lysette, and Brian Michael Smith, and creators including The Wachowski Sisters.

Speaking out: Elliot (pictured in November 2019) publicly came out as gay in 2014 while speaking at the Human Rights Campaign's Time to Thrive conference for LGTBQ youth

Breakthrough: Elliot first became a household name after starring as a pregnant teenager in the hit 2007 movie Juno, for which he earned an Oscar nomination 

Looking ahead: The actor is preparing to begin filming for the third season of Netflix hit The Umbrella Academy, and insiders have revealed he will continue to play female violinist Vanya