Madonna slated for ‘insensitive’ Manchester terror attack tribute

Madonna has been branded “insensitive” and “vile” after sparking a backlash over her tribute to those affected by the Manchester terror attack.

Madonna, 58, shared a post on Instagram hours after 22 people were killed and dozens were injured when a bomb was detonated at Ariana Grande’s concert at Manchester Arena on Monday night.

She posted a picture of herself posing with Grande, who is pouting for the camera.

She captioned the image: “Thank Goodness my friend is O'K. Let’s all pray for the innocent victims who are not ok. For their families and for Manchester.”

Madonna was quickly accused of “poor taste” and making the tragedy about herself instead of those who were caught up in the devastating attack.

One user posted: “Such a stupid and egocentric post. Seems most like an excuse to post a selfie than any other concern.”

Another wrote: “She may have crossed the line by posting a selfie of her and Ari (sic).”

A third said: “I wish there was an unlike button on here!”

Others branded her “callous”, “shameful and “self-obsessed” for the “poor choice of comment”.

But some jumped to her defence, with one commenting: “Madonna, this is a beautiful post. Stay strong.”

Another posted: “Madonna did nothing wrong. She has always promoted peace. Give it up with the bashing.”

Kim Kardashian faced a similar backlash over her tribute which featured a picture of herself partying at what appears to be a concert with her sister Kendall Jenner and Grande.

She captioned the image: “This is truly so senseless & heart breaking. I can’t imagine the fear and agony these parents must be going through searching for their kids.

“Concerts are supposed to be a place where you can let loose and have fun.

“It’s so scary to not feel safe in this world. My heart goes out to @arianagrande I love you (sic).”

She later deleted the post after heavy criticism and accusations of narcissism.