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Taylor, Harry, And More React To Attack At Ariana Grande’s U.K. Concert

The music community is sending prayers to the victims in Manchester

The music community is sending prayers to victims of the tragedy at Ariana Grande's concert in Manchester, England, tonight (May 22).

After responding to a reported explosion at Manchester Arena, police have confirmed 22 people dead and at least 50 others injured. A rep for Grande has confirmed the singer is "okay."

The devastating news has prompted powerful responses from celebrities like Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, and Harry Styles, who sent their love and support to those affected via social media.

"My thoughts, prayers and tears for all those affected by the Manchester tragedy tonight," Swift tweeted. "I'm sending all my love."

Styles wrote, "I'm heartbroken over what happened in Manchester tonight. Sending love to everyone involved."

Drake wrote on Instagram, "We just left from touring in Europe and this was such a real fear we discussed frequently. I was crushed today to hear it became a reality. My condolences to all of the families affected and we will be praying for all of Manchester. Also I am praying on peace of mind for Ariana."

James Corden delivered a short monologue dedicated to the people of Manchester during Monday night's episode of The Late Late Show. He praised the "spirit" of the city, saying, "I’m telling you, a more tightknit group of people you will be hard pressed to find — strong, proud, caring people with community at its core. And if it was even possible, the spirit of the people of Manchester will grow even stronger this evening.”

See more celebrity reactions — from Selena Gomez, Mariah Carey, Rihanna, Justin Bieber, and more — below.

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