#LoveForLeslieJ, forever and always.
<br>On July 18, 2016, "Ghostbusters" star Leslie Jones had finally had it.
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Jones is a fabulous, famous black woman on the internet. So as you can imagine, she's used to a fair share of gross internet comments.
But the online abuse directed at her seemed to really hit a fever pitch this week with the premiere of "Ghostbusters," and it didn't help that Twitter didn't seem to do all that much to stop the influx of harassment.
Instead of ignoring her haters, though, Jones starting sharing some of the awful messages being sent her way on Twitter.
The disgusting remarks — which you can read here (I'm going to keep the energy in this article positive, thank you very much) — was a harsh reminder that yes, sexism and racism are still alive and well.
Jones, being a human being and all, was understandably upset about the hateful sentiments thrown her way.
I leave Twitter tonight with tears and a very sad heart.All this cause I did a movie.You can hate the movie but the shit I got today...wrong— Leslie Jones (@Lesdoggg) July 19, 2016
But while the Internet can be an abysmal place at times, it's worth remembering that kindness has a tendency to save the day.
In response to all the negativity, the hashtag #LoveForLeslieJ started trending on Facebook and Twitter, with thousands of fans expressing their support for the comedian and her badass movie.
Several celebrities chimed in using the #LoveForLeslieJ hashtag to show their support.
Like "Ghostbusters" Director Paul Feig.
Leslie Jones is one of the greatest people I know. Any personal attacks against her are attacks against us all. #LoveForLeslieJ @Lesdoggg— Paul Feig (@paulfeig) July 18, 2016
Sophia Bush didn't let her love for Leslie go unnoticed.
Also. @Lesdoggg. You
Anna Kendrick chose to focus on how amazing "Ghostbusters" actually is.
Just left @Ghostbusters and had SO MUCH FUN! That sequence in the smoke was everything!! #AnswerTheCall #GirlsKickingAss #LoveForLeslieJ— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) July 19, 2016
Margaret Cho is confident Jones has a very bright future ahead of her.
Stand with @Lesdoggg #loveforlesliej she is an inspiration and a legend in the making http://pic.twitter.com/dqotlPAETd— Margaret Cho (@margaretcho) July 18, 2016
Angela Bassett said a lot in just a few characters.
Love you girl! xoAng #LoveforLeslieJ http://ift.tt/29LcDcy Angela Bassett (@ImAngelaBassett) July 19, 2016
James Corden reminded Jones the love definitely outweighs the hate.
I absolutely LOVE @Lesdoggg And so does everyone I know. I hope she can feel that right now x x x— James Corden (@JKCorden) July 19, 2016
John Boyega sent some serious #MondayMotivation vibes Jones' way.
@Lesdoggg queen, wishing you well. Go through your process and hopefully you find peace. Don
Brie Larson made it clear she is not here for the haters.
I have unlimited #LoveforLeslieJ - and no tolerance for hateful remarks. http://ift.tt/29JK4jg Brie Larson (@brielarson) July 19, 2016
Jada Pinkett Smith encouraged Jones to keep being fabulous.
#LoveForLeslieJ. Keep your head up and shine mama! @Lesdoggg— Jada Pinkett Smith (@jadapsmith) July 19, 2016
Elizabeth Banks used four simple words (and an emoji) to express her support.
@Lesdoggg Simply, I love you 😘— Elizabeth Banks (@ElizabethBanks) July 19, 2016
Kristen Davis committed to standing in solidarity.
I don
Chelsea Peretti went on a caps-lock spree to defeat evil.
@Lesdoggg SENDING YOU LOVE SORRY FOR THE CRUELTY IN PEOPLES HEARTS WHICH HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH YOU— Chelsea Peretti (@chelseaperetti) July 19, 2016
Candice Patton encouraged Jones to continue radiating awesomeness.
They hate to see you shine. Do it anyway. Blind them.You is beautifulYou is talentedYou is kind #LoveforLeslieJ http://ift.tt/29LcFAQ Candice Patton (@candicekp) July 19, 2016
And Tia Mowry sent out a memo we all could probably use right now: Love wins.
@Lesdoggg keep yo head up girl! Love will always win!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ We love you!— Tia Mowry (@TiaMowry) July 19, 2016
If it wasn't already abundantly clear, the world loves and appreciates you, Leslie Jones.
And no cowardly, mean-spirited tweet can change that.
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