Ariana Grande marks Manchester attack anniversary with touching post
It's one year on
Last updated 22nd May 2018
Singer Ariana Grande was caught at the centre of one of the worst terror attacks of recent times a year ago today. The 24-year-old, whose concert was targeted by a suicide bomber on 22nd May 2017, has worked tirelessly to support survivors and the families of the 22 people who lost their lives.
Today, on the first anniversary of the tragedy, Ariana took to social media to share a message of solidarity and love with her fans.
Taking to Twitter, Ariana wrote, 'Thinking of you all today and every day 🐝 I love you with all of me and am sending you all of the light and warmth I have to offer on this challenging day.'
Today (22nd May) marks the first anniversary of the terrible attack that took the lives of 22 people and injured many more.
To commemorate those who lost their lives, the city of Manchester has played host to many memorial services including the main service at Manchester Cathedral, with Prince William and Prime Minister Theresa May paying their respects alongside the families and friends of the victims.
The victims were Alison Howe, Angelika Klis, Chloe Rutherford, Eilidh MacLeod, Elaine McIver, Georgina Callander, Jane Tweddle, John Atkinson, Liam Curry, Lisa Lees, Marcin Klis, Kelly Brewster, Megan Hurley, Michelle Kiss, Nell Jones, Olivia Campbell-Hardy, Saffie-Rose Roussos, Sorrell Leczkowski, Wendy Fawell, Courtney Boyle, Philip Tron and Martyn Hett.
Following the national minute's silence at 2.30pm this afternoon, a Manchester bee balloon was let off into the air.
Many celebrities have taken to Twitter to share their support for everyone affected by the anniversary, including Jason Manford and Scarlett Moffatt.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by today's anniversary. 🐝 ❤️