(RNN) - An apparent explosion during an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England, left 19 dead, and dozens more injured.
Public figures and stars from around the world reacted to the tragic event on social media.
Ariana Grande
broken.
from the bottom of my heart, i am so so sorry. i don't have words.— Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) May 23, 2017
British Prime Minister Theresa May
"We are working to establish the full details of what is being treated by the police as an appalling terrorist attack. All our thoughts are with the victims and the families of those who have been affected."
Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham
My heart goes out to families who have lost loved ones, my admiration to our brave emergency services. A terrible night for our great city
— Mayor Andy Burnham (@MayorofGM) May 23, 2017
Universal Music Group, parent company of Grande's record label
We are deeply saddened to learn of tonight's devastating event in Manchester. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected.
— Universal MusicGroup (@UMG) May 23, 2017
Singer Taylor Swift
My thoughts, prayers and tears for all those affected by the Manchester tragedy tonight. I'm sending all my love.
— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) May 23, 2017
Singer Nicki Minaj
My heart hurts for my sister, Ariana & every family affected by this tragic event in the U.K. Innocent lives lost. I'm so sorry to hear this
— NICKI MINAJ (@NICKIMINAJ) May 23, 2017
Manchester City (football team)
It's with great sadness we hear of the terrible events at the Arena. Our hearts go out to all affected and to our city's emergency services.
— Manchester City (@ManCity) May 23, 2017
Pat Karney, Councillor, Labor Party
Good people all over the world are sending messages for the families caught in this horror.We must not let these monsters change Manchester
— Pat Karney (@patkarney) May 23, 2017
John Stamos, actor/musician
We're on tour a half mile away from explosion but SAFE! Insane world. Grab all the peace and love you can. Praying now. #Manchester
— John Stamos (@JohnStamos) May 23, 2017
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