International celebrities condemn Christchurch mosque attack, vow to stand against Islamophobia
Death toll has risen to 50 after the deadly terrorist attack which was carried out at the two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand on Friday. As being reported at least 50 people are injured two of them are critical.
The worst mass shooting in New Zealand’s history was carried out by the terrorist who was later identified as 28-year-old Australian, Brandon Tarrant who is in police custody now.
Many of the international celebrities have expressed shock and anguish over the killings of innocent people who were unarmed and praying peacefully.
Celebrities around the world have shared their sentiments and reactions to the shocking tragedy, condemning the white supremacist attack, hatred, and Islamophobia.
New Zealand-born Oscar winner Russell Crowe was one of the first international celebrities to tweet, he joined his countrymen in mourning after the shootings occurred at two mosques in Christchurch.
40 dead in NZ.
Senseless, pointless, cruel deaths.
My heart breaks for all the families involved, and for the beautiful people of New Zealand to whose hearts this pain will attach, for a long time.
Kia Kaha.— Russell Crowe (@russellcrowe) March 15, 2019
And after him, many others took to social media, who shared their thoughts over this tragic incident which has left the whole world in shock.
My heart is broken. My country is weeping and so am I. I am dying knowing that this kind of hatred can happen in my homeland. All my love goes out to Christchurch, the victims, the families, the Muslim community, and all who have chosen our islands as their home. This is not us.
— Taika Waititi (@TaikaWaititi) March 15, 2019
More heartbreaking and enraging news, my deepest sympathy to those lost in another racist bigoted killing in New Zealand
— Mark Ruffalo (@MarkRuffalo) March 15, 2019
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) March 16, 2019
#christchurch 🦋 pic.twitter.com/AduOq3SIYe
— h (@halsey) March 15, 2019
The killings in New Zealand are so horrific and heartbreaking. This white supremacist terrorist movement is so destructive here and abroad. We need to unite against it.
— John Legend (@johnlegend) March 15, 2019
Shocked , saddened and disgusted at this abhorrent terrorist attacking unfolding in Christchurch NZ . My heart , thoughts and prayers go out to all families affected.
— Karl Urban (@KarlUrban) March 15, 2019
🙏🏾 My heart goes out to New Zealand. And to the Muslim community everywhere. Another terrorist attack in a sacred place of worship. Horrifying. Heartbreaking. We must work to end these acts of hatred AND the destructive rhetoric that incites them!
— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) March 15, 2019
My heart goes out to the victims, their families, and the people of New Zealand. This is a horrific act of terror but please know that the world stands with you. I stand with you.
— Arnold (@Schwarzenegger) March 15, 2019
To the Muslim community— my heart is broken by the horror & loss in New Zealand. We are with you, we see you, and we will fight white supremacy and islamaphobia until we are all free of fear. #ChristchurchMosque
— Debra Messing✍🏻 (@DebraMessing) March 15, 2019
Sending the beautiful people of New Zealand love and light today. My heart is heavy thinking about everyone affected by this awful tragedy.
— J O E J O N A S (@joejonas) March 15, 2019
My ❤️ goes out to all the families of the victims of today’s horrific mass shooting in Christchurch, New Zealand. #christchurchshooting
— Bryan Adams (@bryanadams) March 15, 2019
Christchurch. New Zealand. Muslims worldwide. Much love to you. ❤️
— Nia Vardalos (@NiaVardalos) March 15, 2019
New Zealand. I'm so sorry this has happened.
— Colin Hanks (@ColinHanks) March 15, 2019
Devastated by the reports out of New Zealand. The community in Christchurch is in our hearts, as are all affected by this horrific attack. “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” – MLK
— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) March 15, 2019
Deepest condolences to the victims and their families of this terrible attack in New Zealand. Just terrible news. 🙏
— Abhishek 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧 (@juniorbachchan) March 15, 2019
Shocking and horrific shooting in a mosque in Christchurch! Why kill innocent people who are in a place of prayer?! There are such twisted mentalities in the world, appalled by this news! Prayers and deepest condolences to the families of the deceased.. 💔 #Christchruch
— Aftab Shivdasani (@AftabShivdasani) March 15, 2019
#NewZealandShooting Shocked, speechless and extremely saddened over Christchurch New Zealand mosque attack !!!
49 worshipers killed and many injured in this mindless massacre
Prayers with the victims and their families— Arbaaz Khan (@arbaazSkhan) March 15, 2019
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