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Graduating from high school is a big deal, buthaving Taylor Swift cheering you on is downright awesome. That's exactly whathappened when Disney actress Zendaya Coleman received her diploma from Oak ParkHigh School in California on Thursday night. "Cut Throat graduates, Icry endless tears of pride," Taylor captioned the picture of her "BadBlood" buddy in a cap and gown on Instagram. The1989 artist also took to Twitterto shareher feelings about the ceremony, writing, "I'M NOT CRYING, YOU ARE."
Though she's graced TV screens and radio stations,18-year-old Zendaya is very proud of following through with her education. "Pleaseremember knowledge is one of the most powerful gifts we have the privilege ofreceiving...don't take that for granted," she wrote alongside a pic of herin a mustard-colored gown and several leis on Instagram. "It's a long road, so manythings will pose as obstacles in your way and at times the end seems further andfurther away, but please remember the importance of that beautiful mind youhave and all the limitless powers you hold."
Talk about a star-studded graduation, not only did Taylor Swift show support, but Olympic gold medalist Gabrielle Douglas also walked the stage that night in her cap and gown. Her mother, Natalie Hawkins, told ABC 7 news Gabby didn't give up on schooling while training for the Olympics. "It's been so crazy just to even get the schoolwork done," Natalie said adding that her daughter is already training for the next Olympics. "Not gonna lie. it was tough to balance school and gym.. but i did it," Gabby wrote on Instagram.
This celeb-packed school also had a celebrity commencement speaker: Bob Newhart. "Keep your sense of humor," the Elf actor said to the graduates. "Follow your dream. I did and I've been lucky."