Ariana Grande’s mum headed into the crowds at the One Love concert in Manchester, standing in solidarity with the victims of the attack that killed 22 people last month.
Joan Grande reportedly joined fans in the crowd at the star-studded concert and defiantly told them, ‘Do not be afraid’.
Touching photos posted to Twitter show the singer’s mother as she chats to fans and embraces them in hugs.
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The 48-year-old was also present during the Manchester Arena show on May 22 and reportedly helped fans to safety after bomber Salman Abedi detonated a suicide vest in the foyer of the concert venue.
According to TMZ, she joined forces with Ariana’s security team and helped young fans to dressing rooms, securing their safety until the area was evacuated.
Last week, Joan also posted on Twitter for the first time since the attack – and opened up on how she had been ‘in reflective thought, prayer & deep sorrow’ in the aftermath.
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— Joan Grande (@joangrande) May 29, 2017
Yesterday’s concert saw an illustrious bill including Miley Cyrus, Liam Gallagher, Justin Bieber and Robbie Williams, join forces with Ariana to see the total for the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund exceed £10 million.
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The organisers have confirmed that £2million alone was raised during the three-hour concert.
During the emotional show, Ariana shared the stage with the children of Parrs Wood High School – who went viral with a cover of Ariana’s My Everything after a young schoolgirl broke down in tears when the 23-year-old pop star started singing with her.
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