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Many Americans are calling out Trumps character and political experience to qualify as commander-in-chief.

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After hours of uncertainty, Republican nominee Donald Trump was named the 45th president of the United States.

After such a hateful, divisive campaign, many Americans are stunned by the results and are speaking out on social media. Below, a round-up of reactions from some black celebrities.

Jesse Williams

Kerry Washington

T.I.

John Legend

Alfre Woodard

Gabrielle Union

Mary J. Blige

Danielle Brooks

Chance the Rapper

Angela Bassett

Trevor Noah

Rashida Jones

Uzo Aduba

Larenz Tate

Octavia Spencer

Gabby Sidibe

Kelly Rowland

Russell Simmons

Kevin Hart

Shonda Rhimes

Star Jones

Keri Hilson

Sherri Shepherd

Questlove

Spike Lee

Cedric The Entertainer

Snoop Dogg

Megan Good

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