Donald Trump will be named the next US President today after taking a huge lead over Hillary Clinton during the vote count.
And the world is already mourning the 'death' of the United States.
Thousands of people are taking to Twitter with the hashtag #RIPUSA to express their shock at Trump's shock win.
One thing everyone can agree on is that history was definitely made yesterday.
Here are just some of the reactions as the world wakes up to the news.
How can Americans be so dumb as to make lying racist sexual predator Donald Trump President?
The 'series finale'
This is it yall, the series finale of America. It was nice to know you. #RIPUSA— E-LOW (@eddundlow) November 9, 2016
"It's over"
It's over. I can't believe Trump will become our president. #ripUSA— Francisco Munoz (@PanchoM15) November 9, 2016
US 'in flames'
How people will find the US when they wake up to see that Donald Trump won the election #RIPUSA #ElectionNight pic.twitter.com/z7Ftnsm1rT— Daniel Windmill (@RealSunWukong) November 9, 2016
"He's not my President"
If trump wins, America should lower all USA flags. #hesnotmypresident #ripusa— Alex Jay (@alexjay27) November 9, 2016
Others compared Michelle Obama to Melania Trump
Am truly a disappointed woman.From #Michelleobama to #MelaniaTrump? Really #USA ?You've disappointed the world. #Electionnight #RIPUSA— carol Kimathi (@rolinekimmy) November 9, 2016
One person even noted a 9/11 similarity
— Sofie Geyskens (@SofieGeyskens) November 9, 2016
"Jesus will be here"
Well, if you're looking for me, i'll be somewhere repenting... cos i'm damn sure Jesus will be here in a few hours... #RIPUSA pic.twitter.com/gWK0Soj1ip— R Fasavalu (@DaOnlyR4S8) November 9, 2016
"Impending apocalypse"
Actual conversation I had to have with my sister tonight. What is happening?! We had hope and promise for 8 years. #ripusa #Election2016 pic.twitter.com/aGSchRZJUY— Alexandria (@nownonblonde) November 9, 2016
"Can't believe it"
— Joanie Lebrun (@jojo_anie) November 9, 2016
Speechless
The New York Times and the bookmakers are predicting Republican candidate Trump will win the election - having rated his chances at just 20% when the first polls closed#Election2016 #ElectionNight #RIPUSA#RIPAMERICA #ARMAGEDDON— Maria (@MLolderandwiser) November 9, 2016
Speechless @realDonaldTrump to be president. pic.twitter.com/T0EsL9dVuG