'Heartbreaking': Reactions to the Manchester Attack

Public officials, celebrities, and others tweeted their support for the victims and their horror at what had taken place in Manchester, England, on Monday night.

Some sort of explosive device went off outside of an Ariana Grande concert at the Manchester Arena. Police confirmed 19 people were killed and dozens had been injured.

It was unclear whether it was a suicide bomber or another type of explosive, but authorities are treating it as a possible terror attack.

A sampling of reactions to the attack:

Standing with the people of #Manchester our prayers and condolences go to those who lost a loved one during this tragedy 🙏🏽

— US Rep. Darren Soto (@RepDarrenSoto) May 23, 2017

Horrified at the bombing in Manchester. No doubt we will find out who the perpetrator is soon. My thoughts are with those affected.

— Nigel Farage (@Nigel_Farage) May 23, 2017

The images coming from Manchester tonight are heartbreaking. My prayers are with the victims and their families #Manchester

— Tulsi Gabbard (@TulsiGabbard) May 23, 2017

MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO PPL OF MANCHESTER…HAD SPECIAL TIMES THERE FROM YOUTH & BEYOND

— Cher (@cher) May 22, 2017

Praying for everyone at @ArianaGrande's show

— KATY PERRY (@katyperry) May 22, 2017

Just hearing about the explosions at the Arianna concert.. Praying for everybody!! Sick..

— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) May 22, 2017

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

Manchester you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Sending all love and light to those affected. Stay strong. #Manchester

— Nickelback (@Nickelback) May 23, 2017

Prayers for victims and their families of #manchester massacre. England must ask not only WHO did it but WHY and HOW to stop them.

— Fr. Jonathan Morris (@fatherjonathan) May 23, 2017

There are evil, bloodthirsty monsters in this world and we have to fight them with love, hope, faith and force when necessary. #Manchester

— Peter Daou (@peterdaou) May 23, 2017

Actor James Woods posted several tweets and retweeted others that called on people in Manchester to help find missing children who were reportedly at the concert.

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