Ethel Kennedy was a dear friend with a passion for justice, an irrepressible spirit, and a great sense of humor. She touched the lives of countless people around the world with her generosity and grace, and was an emblem of enduring faith and hope, even in the face of… pic.twitter.com/lTukrEl9hI

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) October 10, 2024

My statement on the passing of Ethel Kennedy: pic.twitter.com/XwfvB2aeZ7

— Bill Clinton (@BillClinton) October 10, 2024

I will remember Ethel Kennedy for her kindness and generosity and most of all, her unwavering support of #SpecialOlympics. RIP dear Ethel. pic.twitter.com/21q8MN5OOF

— Marlee Matlin (@MarleeMatlin) October 10, 2024

Throughout her life, Ethel Kennedy was a tireless champion for human rights. I will always admire her commitment to her faith and family. My condolences go out to the entire Kennedy family.

Photo: @PatrickMcMullan pic.twitter.com/lRsqL65MDZ

— Al Gore (@algore) October 10, 2024

I am very sad to hear of the passing of Ethel Kennedy. She was always wonderful to me and my wife. She was a strong, wonderful and kind woman who will be missed.

— John Kasich (@JohnKasich) October 10, 2024

Saddened to hear that Ethel Kennedy has died. I once had the pleasure of speaking with her about the time my father saved her from a coatimundi, her own coatimundi. Yes, a coatimundi. pic.twitter.com/8WGDdZVpOw

— Jeremy Schaap (@JeremySchaap) October 10, 2024

Prayers for Ethel Kennedy (1928-2024) and gratitude for her life: pic.twitter.com/QIpsXofQlB

— Michael Beschloss (@BeschlossDC) October 10, 2024

Ethel Kennedy has died at 96. She was an extraordinary person whom I was privileged to know. I took this in 1968 during RFK’s campaign. Love and condolences to @KerryKennedyRFK and the rest of the family. @gtconway3d @mikebarnicle @BobShrum @BeschlossDC @MeachamDaily @kasie pic.twitter.com/6JZHei2WA7

— David Hume Kennerly (@kennerly) October 10, 2024

My aunt, Ethel Kennedy passed this morning. What a life she led. What a huge family she created and leaves behind. I’m so glad I was able to laugh with her this summer, to share memories with her. She was a devoted sister-in-law to my mother, a one of a kind aunt to me and my… pic.twitter.com/u5ruoc4vye

— Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) October 10, 2024

It is with our hearts full of love that we announce the passing of our mother, Ethel Kennedy. Please keep our mother in your hearts and prayers. pic.twitter.com/bdIQFsC0CS

— Kerry Kennedy (@KerryKennedyRFK) October 10, 2024

It is with our hearts full of love that we announce the passing of our amazing grandmother, Ethel Kennedy. She died this morning from complications related to a stroke suffered last week. Along with a lifetime's work in social justice and human rights, our mother leaves behind…

— Joe Kennedy III (@joekennedy) October 10, 2024

Don’t let it be forgot,
That once there was a spot.
For one brief, shining moment,
That was known as Camelot.

Rest in Peace, Ethel Kennedy. ???????? pic.twitter.com/nvjZOY8eav

— Lee Radziwill (@RadziwillLee) October 10, 2024