James Corden joins celebrities in mourning Manchester Arena blast victims
One Direction’s Harry Styles, Katy Perry and Taylor Swift were among those offering their support after the attack.
James Corden has paid an emotional tribute to Manchester as entertainers from around the world mourned the fans killed in a suspected terror attack at an Ariana Grande concert.
Greater Manchester Police said 22 people have died and 59 people were injured after an explosion on Monday night.
One Direction’s Harry Styles, Katy Perry and Taylor Swift were among those offering their support after the attack on the Manchester Arena.
“And I’m telling you, a more tight-knit 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. My thoughts and prayers are with the everyone in Manchester tonight.”
He said viewers in the US would have heard of the city for “many wonderful things”, including its two leading football teams and bands such as Oasis and Joy Division.
“It was the birthplace of the leader of the suffragettes. It’s the home of the inventor of the first computer. It’s a place full of comedy and curries and character,” he added.
Many stars chose to pay their respects on social media.
John Legend, who collaborated with Grande on the Beauty And The Beast soundtrack, described the suspected attack as “heartbreaking” when he tweeted his support to fans.
Selena Gomez and Pink both offered their “thoughts and prayers”.
Chef James Martin wrote:
