The Royal Family, global politicians, religious leaders, and celebrities voice their appreciation for Desmond Tutu’s life’s work

Today, we are heartbroken to learn of the passing of a true servant of God and of the people, Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa. We send our deepest condolences to the people of South Africa who are mourning this great loss.

— President Biden (@POTUS) December 26, 2021

A message of condolence from Her Majesty The Queen on the passing of Archbishop Desmond Tutu:

— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) December 26, 2021

His Holiness the Dalai Lama sends his condelences on the passing of Archbishop Desmond Tutu. https://t.co/njLb7BY3Ky

— Dalai Lama (@DalaiLama) December 26, 2021

Archbishop Desmond Tutu was a mentor, a friend, and a moral compass for me and so many others. A universal spirit, Archbishop Tutu was grounded in the struggle for liberation and justice in his own country, but also concerned with injustice everywhere. pic.twitter.com/qiiwtw8a5B

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 26, 2021

The light of Archbishop Desmond Tutu will go on shining, because it was the light of the Christ who sent him.

It was a privilege to send this message to the Arch’s funeral at St George’s Cathedral in Cape Town today: pic.twitter.com/VqIuxlsjC1

— Archbishop of Canterbury (@JustinWelby) January 1, 2022

One of the greatest most peaceful Souls has left the planet. A hope giver, peace maker, justice warrior. Thank you Archbishop Desmond Tutu 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/HzyZHKiMef

— Oprah Winfrey (@Oprah) December 26, 2021