Sir Ian McKellen Celebrates Gay Marriage Ruling, But Not All Americans Are Happy

June 26 will go down in history as the day America ruled in favor of gay marriage. While many celebrities, like Sir Ian McKellen, applauded and celebrated the decision, it was soon clear that not all Americans were happy about it. There are some who have said that the allowance of same-sex marriage means their own marriages are meaningless, sparking huge debate.

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of legalizing gay marriage in all 50 states yesterday. It all rested on one judge, who “landed on the right side,” according to McKellen. The Da Vinci Code actor hopes that it will now have a ripple effect on other countries, especially those where being gay is still a criminal offense.

According to Entertainment Weekly, McKellen celebrated in style with Derek Jacobi. The two posted videos on Vine, where they were throwing confetti, rocking out to “We Are the Champions” by Queen, and even pretended to propose to each other. The two play an onscreen couple.

“Today’s historic Supreme Court ruling guaranteeing marriage equality is long overdue and wonderful news for Dallas, our state and our country. I am proud to lead a city that is home to numerous large businesses that have already embraced policies in support of gay and lesbian families. This court ruling will help our city and cities across America continue to grow and prosper,” said Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings.

He added, “On a personal level, I am especially thrilled for my many close friends in the LGBT community. I expect that my family and I will celebrate with them at some very special marriage ceremonies in the coming months and years.”

Unfortunately, not everyone has taken to the news in the same way, and it looks like not all countries will make a change. Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott has made it clear that it will not affect his stance on the matter. He has been in staunch opposition of gay marriage and says that what happens in each country is just for those countries alone.

Despite the Supreme Court ruling, some states are refusing to recognize it. It does take 25 days to go into effect, so the states still have time. One at the top of the list is Louisiana, with Mississippi refusing to give out licenses until a lower court has made a ruling. Louisiana does admit that it will eventually have to accept the law, as it was made by the highest court in the country.

Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court, Roy Moore, says that the United States Supreme Court cannot redefine marriage, which most of Alabama view as something between one man and one woman. Moore went on to say that at least two of those who voted in favor of the marriage laws passing had a legal duty to refrain from voting by recusing themselves. They did not do that, and he argues the validity of the ruling comes into question. The Daily Mail continues that the state court is likely to fight the gay marriage ruling and ask for a rehearing.

“Not only does the U.S. Supreme Court have no legal authority to redefine marriage, but also at least 2 members of the Court’s majority opinion were under a legal duty to recuse and refrain from voting. Their failure to recuse calls into question the validity of this decision,” Moore wrote on Facebook.

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