Celebrities react as Trump found guilty in high-profile 'Hush Money' trial

In a landmark decision, former President Donald Trump was convicted on all 34 charges in the 'hush money' case, marking him as the first ex-president to become a convicted felon. 

The verdict arrived quickly, after just two days of deliberation in a trial that gripped the nation for six weeks.

As the news broke X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram became virtual hubs of celebration and commentary. 

Celebrities from every corner of the entertainment industry expressed their thoughts, turning these platforms into the day's most buzzing water coolers.

Legendary figures like Lynda Carter, Rob Reiner, Mark Hamill, Michael Rapaport, and Henry Winkler joined the chorus of voices. 

Ellen Barkin encapsulated the mood of many with her post: “God Bless New York City,” celebrating the verdict. 

The scene in the courtroom was somber for Trump, who sat motionless flanked by his attorneys Todd Blanche and Emil Bove as the jury confirmed their unanimous decision.

Iconic singer Barbra Streisand took to X (formerly Twitter) to argue that Trump's conviction confirms he should never return to the White House. 

"Convicted felon Donald Trump is blaming the judge, the jury and New York for being found guilty on 34 counts. He will never accept accountability for his crimes. Americans must not allow this felon anywhere near the White House again," she posted.

Comedian Kathy Griffin, long a target of Trump’s ire, expressed her relief and joy. "Thank you for saying that. It was awful and he is awful," Griffin responded to a supporter, noting her "TEARS OF JOY."

Actor John Leguizamo shared a video capturing a bar crowd erupting in cheers at the announcement of the verdict, emphasizing, "We are all cheering for justice and that no one is above the law!"

Even amid the celebrations, former SNL star Ana Gasteyer lightened the mood with humor, joking about the frequency of the guilty verdicts, "In retrospect I'm glad I decided not to drink every time they said Guilty because I'd never have made it through making dinner."

While supporters of Trump expressed anger, viewing the conviction as an attack on the former president, this historic trial concludes with his conviction on serious felony charges, though it doesn’t preclude him from future presidential runs. 

Trump faces additional legal battles ahead, with charges pending in Georgia and federal courts in Florida and Washington, DC.