Olympic gold medalist Bruce Jenner says for "all intents and purposes" - he is a woman.
The reality TV star - is now probably the most high-profile American to come out as transgender.
The 65-year-old made the declaration in an interview with ABC's Diane Sawyer, having kept silent on his apparent transition for many months.
The Kardashian/Jenner girls took to Twitter straight after the broadcast to say how they think he is a hero.
Couldn't be a more proud daughter. With courage and bravery, let's change the world. I am honored to stand by Bruce's side and support him.
— Kourtney Kardashian (@kourtneykardash) April 25, 2015
so very proud of you, my hero.
— Kendall Jenner (@KendallJenner) April 25, 2015
Just finished watching the #BruceJennerInterview with the family. Bruzer, I'm soooo proud of you! Dads really are heros â¤ï¸
— Khloé (@khloekardashian) April 25, 2015
Love is the courage to live the truest, best version of yourself. Bruce is love. I love you Bruce. #ProudDaughter pic.twitter.com/7ZJ6FuMHfU
— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) April 25, 2015
Other celebs have been Tweeting their support for Bruce too
Just finished watching the #BruceJennerInterview with the family. Bruzer, I'm soooo proud of you! Dads really are heros â¤ï¸
— Khloé (@khloekardashian) April 25, 2015
Way to go #BruceJennerABC for living your truth
— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) April 25, 2015
"All of us deserve the right to be loved for who we are ". Bravo #BruceJenner
— Oprah Winfrey (@Oprah) April 25, 2015
