Armstrong, who died at 82, was the first man to walk on the moon.
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On Saturday, Aug. 25, the world lost a true American hero. After learning of Neil Armstrong’s passing at the age of 82, millions of people — celebrities included — took to their Twitter accounts to honor and commemorate the first man ever to step foot on the moon.
Ryan Seacrest:
“Thanks Neil Armstrong for bringing the moon into our living rooms & curiosity into our minds. One giant loss for mankind.”
Mitt Romney:
"Neil Armstrong today takes his place in the hall of heroes. The moon will miss its first son of Earth."
Alyssa Milano:
"Rest in peace, Neil Armstrong. You are such an inspiration … "
Seth Green:
"RIP Neil Armstrong. Proof that humans can always push further."
Ricky Martin:
"RIP Neil Armstrong"
Josh Duhamel:
"One of our greatest heros [sic] died today. RIP Neil Armstrong”
Ashley Judd:
"How poetic that in the month of #NeilArmstrong passing, there will be a Blue Moon."
Rob Lowe:
"Neil Armstrong: One giant leap … to the arms of God. #OhioHero #Wapokonetta"
Barack Obama:
"Today, Neil’s spirit of discovery lives on."
