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Tom Hardy sets up fund for victims of Manchester attack

Josephine Rozenberg-Clarke
Updated

The horrific suicide bombing that killed 22 and injured at least 59 at an Ariana Grande concert at Manchester Arena shocked the world this week, and Tom Hardy is taking action.

The Brit actor has started a fund for the victims’ families, taking to JustGiving to create a page for the British Red Cross, which has been verified as an official fund by the website.

Actor Tom Hardy has set up a fund for the victims of this week's attack in Manchester. Source: Getty
Actor Tom Hardy has set up a fund for the victims of this week's attack in Manchester. Source: Getty

“What happened last night at the AG concert in Manchester was a tragedy; families and children attacked and murdered; in a place where they should be safe and enjoying a concert,” the 39-year-old posted on the page.

The page that Tom has set up. Source: JustGiving
The page that Tom has set up. Source: JustGiving


“It is an inconceivable atrocity. There is no bringing back those who have been lost, pointlessly, in such a cowardly and brutal fashion. I am truly saddened by what I have witnessed and there is no doubt that Terrorism is an evil thing.”

Ariana Grande (pictured in 2016) played at a concert for 21,000 fans in Manchester. Source: Getty
Ariana Grande (pictured in 2016) played at a concert for 21,000 fans in Manchester. Source: Getty

He went on to urge fans to help him raise money to help with the recovery process.

“I hope between us we can raise some funds as a gesture of goodwill and love to help in some small way towards repairing some if any of the damage done.

Police have confirmed that there have been 22 fatalities and up to 60 injuries. Source: Getty
Police have confirmed that there have been 22 fatalities and up to 60 injuries. Source: Getty

“There will be much to do and for many the beginning of a new life without those that they love and also a new life damaged irrevocably by the actions of a crime which has no reason, no heartfelt purpose but was simply a cruel cowardly and barbaric, meaningless act of violence. A road to recovery unimaginable.”

So far fans have donated over £25k, with thousands of fans opening their hearts and wallets to help those affected.

Ariana is 'devastated' after the attack. Source: Getty
Ariana is 'devastated' after the attack. Source: Getty

People donating have left comments praising the actor for using his profile to boost fundraising for the cause.

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“Well done…on using your head and heart to help these poor, poor families,” one commenter said.

“Thank you Tom Hardy for doing this,” another added.

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