Ariana Grande Sends Support to Jussie Smollett Following Alleged Hate Crime Attack

Ariana Grande took to Twitter to say what we were all thinking about the recently reported attack on Jussie Smollett. The singer wrote on Twitter, "i can’t believe s**t like this is really still happening everyday."

Ari posted her message on Wednesday night, offering her support to the Empire actor who was believed to be attacked in a racist and homophobic hate crime.

The 35-year-old actor hasn't spoken publicly about the incident, but a source told Entertainment Tonight that Smollett is "emotionally shaken" after the attack.

"Jussie tried to protect himself and at one point the men poured a substance on him believed to be bleach and one of the guys put a rope around his neck," the source said. "After some time the men fled the scene and Jussie went to the hospital."

The source also added Smollett suffered scrapes and bruises, but authorities have confirmed he is now in good condition.

While Smollett has stayed off social media following the attack, countless other celebrities have flocked to Twitter to show support for the gay actor. Stars like John Legend and Zendaya sent their love and talked of justice for the horrific actions.

Smollett's Empire co-star Vivica A. Fox, who plays Candace Mason, discussed her anger and sent a message to to the actor via Twitter.

Ellen DeGeneres also took to Twitter to share that Smollett came out on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and sent positive thoughts to the actor and his family.

It's uplifting to see that stars from across the industry have reached out to Smollett to offer support and call for justice.