In light of the recent attack in Manchester, U.K., The Recording Academy joins the rest of the music community in sending our heartfelt condolences to everyone impacted by this tragic event.
"As details continue to unfold, we remain deeply saddened by the tragic event that took place last evening in Manchester," said Recording Academy President/CEO Neil Portnow. "Our community of music creators will band together, as we always do in the face of adversity, to continue to make and offer music that forms the soundtrack of our everyday lives, and which continues to provide inspiration — and hope — to so many. Our sincerest condolences go out to the victims, their families and everyone impacted by this horrific act."
My thoughts, prayers and tears for all those affected by the Manchester tragedy tonight. I'm sending all my love.
— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) May 23, 2017
every musician feels sick & responsible tonight—shows should be safe for you. truly a worst nightmare. sending love to manchester & ari
— Lorde (@lorde) May 23, 2017
Sending love to the U.K., @ArianaGrande and all of her supporters who were caught up in this awful attack. Heartbreaking.
— John Legend (@johnlegend) May 23, 2017
No words can describe how I feel about what happened in Manchester. I don't wanna believe that the world we live in could be so cruel.
— Bruno Mars (@BrunoMars) May 23, 2017
I am so saddened to hear the news about what happened @ #ManchesterArena...Sending prayers to all & their families during this trying time
— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) May 23, 2017