Celebrities wore silver ribbons at the Tony Awards Sunday night to honor the 50 people who were killed during the terror attack in Orlando this weekend.
The Tony awards posted on its Twitter account before the show.
“The Tonys have created a ribbon in remembrance for Orlando,” the tweet read. “The Theatre community stands in solidarity.”
The Tonys have created a ribbon in remembrance for Orlando. The Theatre community stands in solidarity. #TonysRibbon pic.twitter.com/w0jBbTd8zU
— The Tony Awards (@TheTonyAwards) June 12, 2016
The awards show was dedicated to the victims and their families.
“Our hearts are heavy for the imaginable tragedy that happened last night in Orlando,” the awards show’s account tweeted. “Our thoughts are with the families and friends of those affected. The Tony awards dedicate tonight’s ceremony to them.”
The 2016 #TonyAwards are dedicated to those affected by the events in Orlando. pic.twitter.com/ILNbbhxSHD
— The Tony Awards (@TheTonyAwards) June 12, 2016