Celebrities are sending their condolences after a deadly explosion at Manchester Arena following a concert by pop star Ariana Grande. The probable terror attack, which disproportionately affected Grande’s mostly young and female fanbase, has left 22 dead and dozens more wounded.
In a statement that aired at the beginning of The Late Late Show, James Corden sent “thoughts and prayers” to the people of Manchester, including “all of the staff at the MEN Arena, all of the security teams, all of the emergency services, Ariana and her team and all of those families affected by tonight.” He went on to give an emotional tribute to the city and its history, including its soccer teams, musical legacy, and famous figures.
“When I think of Manchester, of the place that I know, I think of the spirit of the people there and I’m telling you, a more tight-knit group of people you will be hard-pressed to find,” said Corden.
Musicians took to social media to express their condolences for those affected and for Grande personally, with many also expressing dismay over the venue of the attack.
