By now, you're probably aware that Zendaya wore dreadlocks to the Oscars on Sunday [1] and that Giuliana Rancic made some problematic comments about them. You might also know that Zendaya [2] spoke out about the moment, Giuliana gave a formal apology for the comment [3], and that Zendaya replied to that, too [4]. What you might not know, though, is that the celebrity world responded to the whole affair with an outpouring of support. Stars like Lorde [5] and Nicki Minaj acknowledged Zendaya's mature and well-composed retaliation with retweets and double taps, and others actually vocalized their support in the way of celebratory tweets. Keep reading to see which celebrities are totally on team Zendaya.
Viola Davis
You are beauty personified. I celebrate you sis! RT "@Zendaya [6]: Just posted a photo https://t.co/rftab9VoBv [7]"
— Viola Davis (@violadavis) February 24, 2015 [8]
Ava DuVernay
RT @Zendaya [9]: Just posted a photo. https://t.co/WhzwjYP6Ik [10] (You're beautiful, Queen. We bless the ignorant and wish them well. Onward. xo)
— Ava DuVernay (@AVAETC) February 24, 2015 [11]
Solange Knowles
Yeah @fashionpolice [12] been bashing my fro for years, @intouchweekly [13] compared it to a dog...and u know what I say? pic.twitter.com/OBvkpw4Vdn [14]
— solange knowles (@solangeknowles) February 25, 2015 [15]
Chloë Grace Moretz
@Zendaya [16] people need to grow up, realize it's 2015, and act like it. Beautifully written pic.twitter.com/kjtY0gV4pO [17]
— Chloë Grace Moretz (@ChloeGMoretz) February 24, 2015 [18]
Khloé Kardashian
@Zendaya [19] you are a gorgeous, intelligent young lady! I love all that you represent! Keep empowering and shine bright!
— Khloé (@khloekardashian) February 24, 2015 [20]
Kerry Washington
Well done Beautiful. XO “@Zendaya [21]: pic.twitter.com/Lieyt5M1UH [22]”
— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) February 24, 2015 [23]
Shonda Rhimes
“@Zendaya [24]: pic.twitter.com/HJ3RZbNCli [25]”. Been showing this to people all day. My new hero.
— shonda rhimes (@shondarhimes) February 25, 2015 [26]
Raven Symone
@Zendaya [27] proud to call you my play sister! Girl! I love you!
— Raven-Symonè (@MissRavenSymone) February 25, 2015 [28]
MC Hammer
Exceptional, Beautiful Young Woman from #Oakland [29] California she exudes the sweet scent of EXCELLENCE @Zendaya [30] pic.twitter.com/l16uSgeISk [31]
— MC HAMMER (@MCHammer) February 24, 2015 [32]
Christy Carlson Romano
@Zendaya [33] so proud of your strength! Stay strong and be you! #hatersgonnahate [34]
— ChristyCarlsonRomano (@ChristyRomano) February 24, 2015 [35]
Al Roker
I saw @Zendaya [36] on #oscars [37] red carpet and thought,"Strong. Striking. Beautiful" @GiulianaRancic [38] on @e_FashionPolice [39] saw a pot smoker. Really?
— Al Roker (@alroker) February 24, 2015 [40]
Veronica Dunne
I am truly inspired by this girl everyday. @Zendaya [41] This is beyond powerful. You never cease to amaze me. pic.twitter.com/KknqGyG7yt [42]
— Veronica Dunne (@veronica_dunne) February 24, 2015 [43]
Michael Ealy
"@kerrywashington [44]: Well done Beautiful. XO “@Zendaya [45]: pic.twitter.com/02d8ftB9W5 [46]”"***agreed
— Michael Ealy (@MichaelEaly) February 24, 2015 [47]
Estelle
Good reply @zendaya [48]. #wordsmeanthings [49] #thinkbeforeyouspeak [50] https://t.co/mSDVGmQNPu [51]
— Estelle (@EstelleDarlings) February 24, 2015 [52]
Questlove
standing ovation for @Zendaya [53]
— Questlove Gomez (@questlove) February 24, 2015 [54]
Niecy Nash
Yassssssss @zendaya [55] #rp [56] @GiulianaRancic [57] hopefully this post will enlighten, educate & inform u pic.twitter.com/GZIM1LdnOB [58]
— Niecy Nash (@NiecyNash) February 24, 2015 [59]
Kamil McFadden
That ignorant comment about Zendaya's hair would've had me four five seconds from wildin #ThinkBeforeYouSpeak [60]
— Kamil McFadden™ (@Kamil_McFadden) February 24, 2015 [61]
Always going to support my inter circle.. Big props Z for her classy, grown up, and oh so true reply..... http://t.co/b7RgxJUkie [62]
— Kamil McFadden™ (@Kamil_McFadden) February 25, 2015 [63]
Bridget Kelly
Intelligent, classy & eloquent @Zendaya [64]
— Bridget Kelly (@IamBridgetKelly) February 24, 2015 [65]
DeRay Davis
@Zendaya [66] ok hood rules @GiulianaRancic [67] has 2 do her hair like yours was,tell the world what it smells like.. & live as a bohemian 4 a week.
— DeRay Davis (@DeRayDavis) February 24, 2015 [68]
Logan Browning
Go @zendaya [69]! I'm inspired by this young woman. You are loved & appreciated for your beauty, talent… https://t.co/Oi0eGZx32F [70]
— Logan Browning (@LoganLaurice) February 24, 2015 [71]
Timbaland
@zendaya [72] !!!!! Preach !!!!!!! Watch what we show the world!!!!! https://t.co/jlVuUPx38H [73]
— Timbaland (@Timbaland) February 24, 2015 [74]