As she took the stage for her X-Factor audition, Jillian Jensen not only told her heartbreaking story of the bullying that nearly tore her apart. She proceeded to bring everyone in the house to tears with her emotional performance of Jessie J’s “Who You Are.” She even choked up Simon Cowell a little bit, and shared a nice moment on stage with Demi Lovato.

Jensen blew up on Twitter during the show and in the time since, and was even a worldwide trending topic for a little while. Plenty of fans near the local singer’s hometown of Rochester, Mass., some of which good friends, took to the social network to offer messages of praise for her performance and support for the pain she has fought through and overcome.

Of course Jensen is not alone as bullying has long been a nationwide problem that seems impossible to fix. But these messages are at the very least encouraging and a sign that people, and life, can get better.

Seriously everyone ... I love you all so much .. to everyone that's been through what I've been through .. THAT WAS FOR YOU! #TeamJillian

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Jillian Jensen (@ItsJillJensen) September 13, 2012

My performance was dedicated to all those who've ever been throu wat I've been through. I hope 2 have inspired many 2 go after their dreams

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Jillian Jensen (@ItsJillJensen) September 13, 2012

Some of Jensen’s closest friends joined in on the deserved showering of praise:

I am SO lucky I got to go to that taping of the #XFactorUSA and see @ItsJillJensen live. So touching and made me ball like a baby again!

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Mary (@BostonBBlove) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen congrats jill couldnt be happier for u u definitely deserve it. :) and thank u for being a great friend to me

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Joshua Hathaway (@Aftershock15jh) September 13, 2012

ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS GOT SIMON COWELL TO TEAR UP!!!!!! #TeamJillian @ItsJillJensen

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Elisa G. (@WorldofElisa) September 13, 2012

All in all, the messages implored Jensen to “stay strong,” which echoes one of her tattoos (and Demi Lovato’s documentary), and reminded her how amazingly talented and strong that she showed America she was on Wednesday night.

OMG!! SO MUCH EMOTION AND FEELING INTO THIS PERFORMANCE!!! @ItsJillJensen #xfactor http://t.co/Y9GebVkQ

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♔♕Shellye♕♔ (@SLEQueen19) September 13, 2012

I love you. #staystrong @ItsJillJensen

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Cuban Amor (@TheRoyalCunt) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen ur not alone. Iv cried myself to sleep almost ever night last school year. & a few this ur.I hope someday ill be on the stage

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BOSTONS FINEST (@NiallzMofoXOXO) September 13, 2012

Anyone that bullied @ItsJillJensen probably feels so stupid now. Her performance brought me to tears #StopBullying

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Erin Walsh (@xoerinwalshxo) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen <3 you deserve this.

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Derick Swiader (@Derickswiader) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen your story is now out and I couldn't be happier for you and all the amazing attention you're getting #welldeserved #xfactor

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shauna (@shaunafay) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen You are such an amazing beautiful person :-)

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Kayla Gauley (@kaylaa0x) September 13, 2012

I'm literally shedding so many tears right now. @ItsJillJensen's X Factor audition is phenomenal. She's beautiful, strong, & talented.

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Erika German (@AsToldByErika) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen You're amazing omg I'm so proud of you <3 Please follow me? #StopBullying

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Denise Mears (@heydaley) September 13, 2012

Saw @ItsJillJensen's video from @TheXFactorUSA and completely teared up. She's so beautiful and so strong. ❤

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Stephanie Burgos (@stephanieb93) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen U represented Mass on #xfactor tonight! Great voice, beautiful soul. #staystrong

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ScottyMac314 (@Scottymac314) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen your xfactor audition was both touching and great! congrats on everything you've achieved so far, Jill. Stay strong

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Robert Ciccarelli (@RobCiccarelli) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen I wish I could give u a giant hug. I respect u so much & u r amazing. Ur performance gave me goosebumps. Please follow back?

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Brianna Cimino (@osnapitzbrii) September 13, 2012

so inspired by @ItsJillJensen on xfactor! and she's from mass! #Beantown

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Kaitlyn Curreri (@KCbabbby) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen perfect harmony is the best I love your voice your imperfections and your talent !

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Jazzy Mckay (@iJazzyfresh) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen that was amazing congratulations #staystrong

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Sam Patrick McVean (@SamMcVean) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen so proud! You touched millions tonight

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JC⚓ (@jcondeee) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen you are so inspiring ! #staystrong #Loveyou #rtme #followme

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Karina Lorenzana (@kkariiina23) September 13, 2012

I enjoyed watching @ItsJillJensen on xfactor. I was with u when we did a show in front of 15,000. So 4000 people is a breeze

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Billy (@billydufresne) September 13, 2012

@SimonCowell If you didnt cry at @ItsJillJensen your not human!! :) :) Great job in Providence!!! COME BACK!!!!:)

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Melanie Davidson (@Purplegrl80) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen You are amazing Jill. I was there that night & it was amazing, I will never forget it. You are going far in this competition

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Colie Vancura #MASK (@BostonStarkids) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen Miss you Jillian, :) You did great! Miss taking lessons w you:*

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Mrs. Tomlinson.. ♡∞ (@tabby_tomlinson) September 13, 2012

I feel your pain, @ItsJillJensen and @ddlovato. I was severely bullied up until high school, it started in kindergarten! #StayStrong

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Nicholas Tetreault (@nicholastmusic) September 13, 2012

“Look bullies, look who's out there on that x-factor stage. You didn't stop her, so look where she is now. #StayStrong” @itsjilljensen

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DayDreamer (@shesaBEAUTYx) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen u had me in tears! Amazing job! Loved it! #staystrong ❤ #TeamJillian 😢😭

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Aleasha Despres (@AleashaDespres) September 13, 2012

Blasted @ItsJillJensen song from @TheXFactorUSA in the living room! So Amazing&Emotional Jill! You are going big places girl! Congrats!!

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Mal Lynn (@MalStanton) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen love you so much, literally one of the most inspirational people I've ever met! Massachusetts represent!❤❤

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Sarahhhhhhh(: (@Sarah_forever1D) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen that was an inspiring incredible performance you have inspired so many people to #staystrong #BELIEVE anything is possible!

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Steve Atkinson (@SteveAtkinson27) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen you were amazing! Love u! Total fan. #stopbullying i kno how you feel.

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Josilynn Chaves (@JosilynnStyles) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen Just wishing you the best with your career in X-Factor so good luck and enjoy!

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NV (@nenevalioso) September 13, 2012

@ItsJillJensen Alright, honestly? U have a beautiful voice. Ur STUNNING. Don't even for 1 second think u don't! Proud u represent our state!

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Brianna Cimino (@osnapitzbrii) September 13, 2012

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