THE GALAXY IS A LITTLE DARKER TODAY — HOLLYWOOD (AND FANS) MOURN THE PASSING OF THE GREAT CARRIE FISHER

It’s hard to put into words what we’re all feeling right now. Fans and Hollywood are devastated at the news that our princess, our “New Hope,” passed away this morning after suffering a massive heart attack this past week. We love you, Carrie Fisher, and we’re glad that your star shone so brightly these past four decades. May the Force now carry you to where your soul can have rest, peace…. and a good laugh!

Here is some of the outpouring from fans and friends all across Hollywood.

Harrison Ford issues statement after the death of "Star Wars" co-star Carrie Fisher https://t.co/DB3nuIjXnb pic.twitter.com/O8miieefuV

— CBS News (@CBSNews) December 27, 2016

no words #Devastated pic.twitter.com/R9Xo7IBKmh

— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) December 27, 2016

There are no words for this loss. Carrie was the brightest light in every room she entered. I will miss her dearly. pic.twitter.com/GgIeYGeMt9

— Peter Mayhew (@TheWookieeRoars) December 27, 2016

I thought I had got what I wanted under the tree. I didn't. In spite of so many thoughts and prayers from so many. I am very, very sad.

— Anthony Daniels (@ADaniels3PO) December 27, 2016

I'm deeply saddened at the news of Carrie's passing. She was a dear friend, whom I greatly respected and admired. The force is dark today!

— Billy Dee Williams (@realbdw) December 27, 2016

https://twitter.com/WarwickADavis/status/813830162244571136

We've lost our Princess. pic.twitter.com/N9xMYe6jLT

— Gwendoline Christie (@lovegwendoline) December 27, 2016

Dearest Carrie, so incredibly sad to say farewell so soon to such a beautifully honest and unique human being- see you in the multiverse.

— Andy Serkis (@andyserkis) December 27, 2016

Always. pic.twitter.com/DvRhYCSHeV

— Colin Trevorrow (@colintrevorrow) December 27, 2016

"No matter how i go I want it reported that I drowned in moonlight, strangled by my own bra" – How Carrie Fisher wanted her obituary to read

— Peter Stefanovic (@peterstefanovic) December 27, 2016

So so so sad. Thank you, Carrie Fisher. What a loss.

— Chris Evans (@ChrisEvans) December 27, 2016

2016 U can F off! I had the honor of working with #CarrieFisher 2x & she will always be my fav heroine UR honesty will always B admired #RIP pic.twitter.com/TmlX5cdpTE

— Constance Zimmer (@ConstanceZimmer) December 27, 2016

May her soul rest in eternal peace, as we return her to the heavens, in a galaxy far, far away. pic.twitter.com/6lkgcHam0J

— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) December 27, 2016

https://twitter.com/AnnaKendrick47/status/813831271084269569

Goodnight, Sweet Princess. Thank you for so many happy memories, your heroics, your art and your friendship… https://t.co/5hBAKY3zUX pic.twitter.com/JtuvcevpWK

— KevinSmith (@ThatKevinSmith) December 27, 2016

Thank you Ms. Fisher, for opening up a world of possibilities, strength and hope for all little girls. Rest. pic.twitter.com/LTpZsGeCR8

— Alyssa Milano (@Alyssa_Milano) December 27, 2016

No damsel in distress! RIP Carrie Fisher pic.twitter.com/4jY3hw5EgJ

— Bryce Dallas Howard (@BryceDHoward) December 27, 2016

@hardwick My first crush as well. Sad times.

— PopVinyls.com (@PopVinyls) December 27, 2016

Carrie Fisher- what a hard, wild, exciting, fun, teaching life you led. Sorry you've left but may the Force be with you. RIP #carriefisher

— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) December 27, 2016

Carrie Fisher has passed, she was funnier&smarter than anyone had the right to be. Sail On Silver Girl. Condolences Debbie & Billie
R.I.P.

— Whoopi Goldberg (@WhoopiGoldberg) December 27, 2016

I'm deeply saddened to learn of the death of Carrie Fisher. I will miss our banterings. A wonderful talent & light has been extinguished.

— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) December 27, 2016