Ryan Murphy made the announcement yesterday, and now Lea Michele has responded to it.

While fans process the news that Michele, Cory Monteith and Chris Colfer will all graduate from Glee after season three and take the characters of Rachel, Finn and Kurt with them, the actress has Tweeted the following reaction:

“We always knew we’d graduate in real time. It’s all part of the plan and it’s all good! It’s going to make Season 3 amazing!!! To Gleeks everywhere, you’re in my heart now and forever. Love u all!!! This is just the beginning!!”

Will you stick around after these characters depart? And does this news make you more or less excited for season three? Sound off now in the Comments section and/or in our Glee forum!

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