She sent out two tweets acknowledging the victory as well as the above photo.
"Can't hold back the tears+pride. We did it!i Our voice was heard + today the Senate REPEALED DADT. A triumph for equality after 17 YEARS" and "Today I am so proud to be American. I wish I was home so I could throw a Parade. We are on the way…to full equality."
Other celebrity reactions:
Neil Patrick Harris tweeted: "Don't Ask, Don't Tell REPEALED! So proud of Congress for making the right decision. Now all soldiers can serve with integrity. A great day.
Ricky Martin wrote: "One step closer to #equality!! #DADT is gone!Historical!"
Ellen DeGeneres: "Thank you Senators for pushing us one step closer towards full equality."