'Best of three?' British celebs disappointed, resigned in Brexit vote reaction

The people have spoken: as the shocking Brexit vote results came in, British celebrities shared their reaction to the referendum on social media.

Many famous Brits tweet disappointment in the vote to exit the EU

CBC News · Posted: Jun 24, 2016 11:52 AM EDT | Last Updated: June 24, 2016

A wide range of famous faces, including (from left) singer-DJ Boy George, author Salman Rushdie, author J.K. Rowling and TV host and actor James Corden, have shared reactions to the Brexit vote. (Associated Press)

As the news of Britain's referendum results came in, British celebrities were quick to chime in on social media to post their reactions.

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Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling tweeted up a storm, but perhaps her most poignant online remark was made shortly after the votes were counted:

I don't think I've ever wanted magic more. <a href="https://t.co/gVNQ0PYIMT">https://t.co/gVNQ0PYIMT</a>
—@jk_rowling

Meanwhile, actor Hugh Laurie, best known for his lead role as a drug-addicted doctor on the TV show House was more wistful, hoping to still grant the Remain side a sporting chance:

Best of three?
—@hughlaurie

Late night talk show host James Corden, who recently shone as host of the Tony Awards, was just plain sad:

I can't get my head around what's happening in Britain.I'm so sorry to the youth of Britain. I fear you've been let down today x
—@JKCorden

Politically astute songwriter Billy Bragg bemoaned the results:

Worst of all outcomes: Very narrow victory. England votes out, Scotland in. Boris in debt to Farage. Rancour and division ahead.
—@billybragg

Booker Prize-winning author Salman Rushdie expressed his disappointment in the result by pointing to a generation gap in voting patterns:

Old Farts 1 The Future 0. Well done England. Maybe lose to Iceland next & get out of Europe properly? <a href="https://t.co/ka5Qvm2ajU">https://t.co/ka5Qvm2ajU</a>
—@SalmanRushdie

Fantasy author Neil Gaiman was decidedly down-to-earth in his assessment:

Dear UK, good luck. I am afraid you are going to need it, love Neil.
—@neilhimself

80s pop star Boy George tried to temper the anxiety by looking to the future with a touch of boyish optimism:

There's no use crying over spilt milk. We'll just ave to mek the best of it!
—@BoyGeorge

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