Two years ago today! Orlando Strong Candlelight Vigil in Venice, California!

Venice Paparazzi was on the scene at the Orlando Strong Candlelight vigil in Venice, California on June 13, 2016. 100’s came out to support and stand with Orlando!

View the video above of the speeches and candlelight vigil by clicking the play button in the featured image above. View photos below and a message from Venice Pride.

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Here is a message from Venice Pride.

“We want to thank everyone for participating in last night’s vigil. In the last 11 days Venice’s LGBTQ community and friends have come together in both celebration at the Venice Pride Sign Lighting and somber solidarity last night in a way that has been both beautiful and amazing.

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Rather than disappearing after the Roosterfish closed, this community has become more vibrant and is stronger than ever. It was inspiring last night listening to the diverse members of our Venice community, including our openly-gay Councilmember Mike Bonin speak about the tragedy of Orlando. Last night was also a call to action. Venice Pride is ongoing, and Venice Pride as an organization will continue as well to help support these actions, create events for coming together and help facilitate the needs and joy of the Venice and Westside LGBTQ community.

View 2016 Standing with Orlando photos by Venice Paparazzi

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Venice Sign Producer George Francisco, Venice Pride’s Grant Turck and James’ Beach/ Canal Club’s Daniel Samakow

06.13.16 Orlando Strong Candlelight Vigil in Venice, California. #OrlandoStrong #VenicePride #LAPride Photo by Venice Paparazzi. www.VenicePaparazzi.com

Daniel Samakow of Danny’s, Canal Club and James’Beach

Center: Councilmember Mike Bonin

06.13.16 Orlando Strong Candlelight Vigil in Venice, California. #OrlandoStrong #VenicePride #LAPride Photo by Venice Paparazzi. www.VenicePaparazzi.com