President Barack Obama shows support for Caitlyn Jenner

Responding to a tweet from Caitlyn introducing herself, the president wrote:

It takes courage to share your story. https://t.co/Q7wWjV9Rxx

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 1, 2015

A huge number of stars have spoken out on Twitter to support Caitlyn since her new female identity was unveiled in Vanity Fair magazine yesterday.

Singer Lady Gaga wrote:

Caitlyn, @Caitlyn_Jenner thanku for being a part of all of our lives & using your platform to change people's minds. pic.twitter.com/bFLjt98m2L

— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) June 1, 2015

The beauty on the inside is now also on the outside. God bless you and the whole family for sharing it with us. 👑 pic.twitter.com/bfO7aFRjbY

— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) June 1, 2015

Meanwhile, actress Demi Moore praised the 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' star for her "beautiful authentic self", while Susan Sarandon congratulated Caitlyn on her "rebirth".

Thank you @Caitlyn_Jenner for sharing the gift of your beautiful authentic self inside and out! pic.twitter.com/PZ8NTKR6M4

— Demi Moore (@justdemi) June 1, 2015

Congratulations @Caitlyn_Jenner on your rebirth. You've inspired so much intelligent dialogue and courage.

— Susan Sarandon (@SusanSarandon) June 1, 2015

Chat show host Ellen DeGeneres praised the 65-year-old star for her "bravery" and 'Girls' star Lena Dunham made a joke.

My hope for the world is that we can all be as brave as @Caitlyn_Jenner. pic.twitter.com/WlJmAjv4iv

— Ellen DeGeneres (@EllenDeGeneres) June 1, 2015

I just want Caitlyn Jenner to take me out and teach me how to drive a stick shift in heels.

— Lena Dunham (@lenadunham) June 1, 2015

Other stars who posted messages of support included Kerry Washington, Jenny McCarthy and Alyssa Milano.