Yahoo News Tom Hardy launches JustGiving page for Manchester
In the wake of the attack in Manchester that claimed the lives of at least 22 people and injured 59 more, Tom Hardy has set up a JustGiving page to help out – and it's already passed its target.
The actor, who is raising money for the British Red Cross Society, described the terror attack as "an inconceivable atrocity".
He wrote: "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. 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.
"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 in the wake of last nights events.
"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.
"Terrorism is abhorrent, the killing of innocent families and children unacceptable. And it is with those, the innocent victims and the witnesses of this atrocity that my heartfelt concern and deepest sympathy lies. Please help however you can. Thankyou."
The page – which has been verified by JustGiving – has already passed its £15,000 target less than 24 hours after it was set up. One of the names among the list of donors is Noomi Rapace, who's starred alongside Tom in Child 44 and The Drop.
"Following this devastating and cowardly attack, it speaks volumes that the people of Manchester and across the UK have rallied to support the victims, their families and friends in their hour of need," said JustGiving spokesperson Rhys Goode.
"This shows just how strong people's resolve is not to be cowed in the face of terror."
A separate JustGiving page launched by the Manchester Evening News had raised £600,000 in 10 hours, and has now raised well over a million.
Names of the deceased continue to be released, while the attacker has also been identified as 22-year-old Salman Abedi.
An emergency number has been set up for those who are concerned about loved ones or anyone who may have been in the area – 0800 096 0095.
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