Ariana Grande confirms Manchester benefit concert with Take That and Coldplay

Following the heartbreaking attack at Manchester Arena last week, Ariana Grande has announced a benefit concert in the city, with all proceeds going to the victims and their families.

Take That, Coldplay and Pharrell will play alongside Ariana at the One Love Manchester concert, which will take place at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground on Sunday. The gig will raise money for the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund, set up by Manchester City Council, in partnership with the British Red Cross.

Ariana will be offering free tickets to those who attended her gig on 22nd May. The popstar said she wants to "hold and uplift" her fans, and promised to return to Manchester to do exactly that.

Vigil for the victims of the Manchester attack | PA Images

The line-up also includes Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Niall Horan, Miley Cyrus and Usher, who will all come together to remember the upsetting events of last week.

Ariana expressed her deep sadness for the attack at her gig on Twitter last week:

"My heart, prayers and deepest condolences are with the victims of the Manchester Attack and their loved ones.

"There is nothing I or anyone can do to take away the pain you are feeling or to make this better. However, I extend my hand and heart and everything I possibly can give to you and yours, should you want or need my help in any way.

"The only thing we can do now is choose how we let this affect us and how we live our lives from here on out.

"I'll be returning to the incredibly brave city of Manchester to spend time with my fans and to have a benefit concert in honour of and to raise money for the victims and their families. I want to thank my fellow musicians and friends for reaching out to be a part of our expression of love for Manchester."

You can apply for tickets to the gig through this website.

• Ariana Grande
• Take That
• Manchester