The former first lady died Tuesday at the age of 92.
Former first lady Barbara Bush was honored by Hollywood figures, politicians and countless others following news of her death on Tuesday.
Bush, who was married to former president George H.W. Bush, was known for her efforts to aid worldwide literacy through her Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy program. She was one of only two first ladies who had a child who was elected president.
Bush wrote several books, including her memoirs and C. Fred's Story and Millie's Book, based on the lives of her dogs.
Numerous political figures, journalists and stars such as Barbra Streisand and Patrick Dempsey poured in with their sympathies on social media. Actor and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger tweeted that although Bush was known for being "the wife of one President and the mother of another" those who knew her "know that she could have easily done the job herself."
CNN's Ana Navarro expressed sadness for the former president's loss. "The thought of him without her, is just so damn sad," she wrote on her Twitter.
Former president Bill Clinton also tweeted: "She had grit & grace, brains & beauty. She was fierce & feisty in support of her family & friends, her country & her causes. She showed us what an honest, vibrant, full life looks like."
Former vice president and environmentalist Al Gore called Bush "a pillar of strength for her family" who "was much admired in our country."
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Elegant First Lady passes away. #RIP cnn.com/2018/04/17/pol…
RIP Barbara Bush. A truly amazing life. She lived it on her terms until the very end. She was adored by her children & grandchildren and shared her life for 73 yrs w/the love of her life. But my heart breaks for Bush 41. The thought of him without her, is just so damn sad.twitter.com/jgm41/status/9…
This portrait of Barbara Bush, written by Marjorie Williams, is one of the greatest political profiles ever written. Tough and observant, just like those women, both so missed. bit.ly/2HaMFPO
A wonderful, strong, funny and amazing human being. All my prayers to Barbara Bush and her family tonight. mediaite.com/online/breakin…
All my love and prayers and tears are with the Bush family... I know the gratitude they feel for a life so well lived and the hope they feel because of the faith they hold so firmly. I am lucky to know a piece of Mrs. Bush’s wonderful legacy in my sweet friend @JennaBushHager.
Politicians both past and present also paid their respects:
.@FLOTUS Melania and I join the Nation in celebrating the life of Barbara Bush: pic.twitter.com/4NzyjxqAFM— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 18, 2018
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