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Manchester attack: Eight-year-old Saffie Roussos among 22 victims Manchester attack: Who were the victims?
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Tributes have been paid to the 22 people killed in the attack at Manchester Arena, some of them children.Tributes have been paid to the 22 people killed in the attack at Manchester Arena, some of them children.
Eight-year-old primary school pupil Saffie Roussos and Martyn Hett, 29, a PR manager from Stockport, are among the nine victims to have been named. Eleven have been named so far.
A vigil was held in Manchester on Tuesday evening to show support for victims and their families, and those still searching for people after the attack on 22 May at a concert by US singer Ariana Grande. Alison Howe and Lisa Lees
A hotline has been set up for people concerned about loved ones: 0800 096 0095. Friends Alison Howe, 45, from Royton, and Lisa Lees, 47, from Oldham near Manchester, were killed while waiting in the foyer to pick up their daughters.
Prime Minister Theresa May said on Tuesday that the attack targeted "innocent children, young people and their families". The girls, both aged 15, are believed to be safe.
Saffie Roussos Ms Howe's stepson Jordan Howe confirmed her death on Facebook, writing: "They took a caring beautiful mum and step mother away from us all she was amazing to us all."
Eight-year-old Saffie Roussos was "simply a beautiful little girl in every sense of the word," said Chris Upton, head teacher at Lancashire's Tarleton Community Primary School. Jane Tweddle-Taylor
"She was loved by everyone and her warmth and kindness will be remembered fondly," he said. Jane Tweddle-Taylor, 51, had gone to the Manchester Arena with a friend to pick up the friend's daughter.
He added: "News of Saffie's death in this appalling attack has come as a tremendous shock to all of us and I would like to send our deepest condolences to all of her family and friends. She was a receptionist at South Shore Academy School in Blackpool, where she lived.
"The thought that anyone could go out to a concert and not come home is heartbreaking. Angelika and Marcin Klis
"Our focus is now on helping pupils and staff cope with this shocking news and we have called in specialist support from Lancashire County Council to help us do that." Marcin and Angelika Klis, who were both from Poland and lived in York, were killed while collecting their daughters from the venue.
Olivia Campbell The Polish Foreign Minister Witold Waszczykowski told a radio station: "The parents came after the concert to collect their daughters and unfortunately we have information that they are dead. The children are safe."
Olivia Campbell, 15, was a "precious, gorgeous girl", her mother has said in an online tribute. The Polish foreign ministry said: "We share the pain of the family and the loved ones of the victims and express our most sincere condolences."
Charlotte Campbell, from Bury in Greater Manchester, wrote: "RIP my darling precious gorgeous girl... taken far far too soon go sing with the angels and keep smiling mummy loves you so much." Martyn Hett
Olivia's family had spent the day desperately searching for her, hoping she was one of the dozens of people being treated in hospital. PR manager Martyn Hett, 29, was at the concert with his friend Stuart Aspinall when the pair became separated.
She was a pupil at Tottington High School, where head teacher Brian Duffy described her as "a delightful young girl". Mr Hett, from Stockport, was a Coronation Street fan and in 2015 was interviewed for the BBC's Victoria Derbyshire programme about his tattoo of the soap's character Deirdre Barlow.
"As a school community we are absolutely devastated and heartbroken at the news that Olivia has passed away," he said in a statement. His partner Russell Hayward said on Twitter: "We got the news last night that our wonderful iconic and beautiful Martyn didn't survive.
"He left this world exactly how he lived, centre of attention."
Kelly Brewster
Kelly Brewster, 32, from Sheffield, died while shielding her niece from the blast, her family said.
Her uncle, Paul Dryhurst, said Ms Brewster had "heroically shielded" her 11-year-old niece from the explosion in the foyer after becoming separated from her sister at the end of the performance.
Her partner Ian Winslow wrote on Facebook: "Not sure how this works but it isn't good news.
"Kelly Brewster wasn't one of the unidentified hospital patients. She has sadly passed away in the terror attack."
He added: "Kelly really was the happiest she has ever been and we had so many things planned together. My daughter Phoebe will be absolutely devastated like we all are."
John Atkinson
John Atkinson, 28, was described by friends as "a true gentleman" in online tributes.
Friends of Mr Atkinson, who lived in Radcliffe in Bury, have also set up a fundraising page to help his family, which has raised more than £4,000.
"John tragically lost his life last night (22/05/17) in the Manchester MEN bomb attack," wrote Hayley Dickenson, who organised the fund.
"A true gentleman. R.I.P John thoughts and prayers with you family and all of the other victims effected by this tragedy," she said.
"John was one in a million and loved by so many," she added.
Georgina CallanderGeorgina Callander
Student Georgina Callander, thought to have been 18, had already met the US singer Grande before seeing her perform on Monday.Student Georgina Callander, thought to have been 18, had already met the US singer Grande before seeing her perform on Monday.
She had previously posted a photograph of herself with the 23-year-old singer, taken in 2015, on her Instagram account.She had previously posted a photograph of herself with the 23-year-old singer, taken in 2015, on her Instagram account.
Before the concert, Miss Callander had sent a Twitter message to Grande, saying: "SO EXCITED TO SEE YOU TOMORROW".Before the concert, Miss Callander had sent a Twitter message to Grande, saying: "SO EXCITED TO SEE YOU TOMORROW".
Friends paid tribute to their "beautiful" Georgina on social media and said she was one of the first people taken to hospital after the attack.Friends paid tribute to their "beautiful" Georgina on social media and said she was one of the first people taken to hospital after the attack.
Miss Callander had been studying at Runshaw College in Leyland, Lancashire, in the second year of a health and social care course.Miss Callander had been studying at Runshaw College in Leyland, Lancashire, in the second year of a health and social care course.
"Our deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers go out to all of Georgina's family, friends, and all of those affected by this loss," Runshaw College said in a statement."Our deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers go out to all of Georgina's family, friends, and all of those affected by this loss," Runshaw College said in a statement.
"We are offering all available support possible at this tragic time, including counselling with our dedicated student support team.""We are offering all available support possible at this tragic time, including counselling with our dedicated student support team."
A fundraising page has been set up to help her family with funeral and memorial costs.A fundraising page has been set up to help her family with funeral and memorial costs.
Bolton Wanderers Football Club paid tribute to Georgina, who had played for their under-11 girls' team in 2010.Bolton Wanderers Football Club paid tribute to Georgina, who had played for their under-11 girls' team in 2010.
Club chaplain Phil Mason said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family during this awful time of loss."Club chaplain Phil Mason said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family during this awful time of loss."
He added that there will also be a minute's silence before the first team ladies' friendly against Wigan Athletic on Wednesday evening at Macron Stadium, where the team will wear black armbands.He added that there will also be a minute's silence before the first team ladies' friendly against Wigan Athletic on Wednesday evening at Macron Stadium, where the team will wear black armbands.
John Atkinson Olivia Campbell
John Atkinson, 28, was described by friends as "a true gentleman" in online tributes. Olivia Campbell, 15, was a "precious, gorgeous girl", her mother has said in an online tribute.
Friends of Mr Atkinson, who had lived in Bury, have also set up a fundraising page to help his family, which has raised more than £4,000. Charlotte Campbell, from Bury in Greater Manchester, wrote: "RIP my darling precious gorgeous girl... taken far far too soon go sing with the angels and keep smiling mummy loves you so much."
"John tragically lost his life last night (22/05/17) in the Manchester MEN bomb attack," wrote Hayley Dickenson, who organised the fund. Olivia's family had spent the day desperately searching for her, hoping she was one of the dozens of people being treated in hospital.
"A true gentleman. R.I.P John thoughts and prayers with you family and all of the other victims effected by this tragedy," she said. She was a pupil at Tottington High School, where head teacher Brian Duffy described her as "a delightful young girl".
"John was one in a million and loved by so many," she added. "As a school community we are absolutely devastated and heartbroken at the news that Olivia has passed away," he said in a statement.
Kelly Brewster Saffie Roussos
Kelly Brewster, 32, from Sheffield, died while shielding her niece from the blast, her family said. Eight-year-old Saffie Roussos was "simply a beautiful little girl in every sense of the word," said Chris Upton, head teacher at Lancashire's Tarleton Community Primary School.
Her uncle, Paul Dryhurst, said Ms Brewster had "heroically shielded" her 11-year-old niece from the explosion in the foyer after becoming separated from her sister at the end of the performance. "She was loved by everyone and her warmth and kindness will be remembered fondly," he said.
Her partner Ian Winslow wrote on Facebook: "Not sure how this works but it isn't good news. Kelly Brewster wasn't one of the unidentified hospital patients. She has sadly passed away in the terror attack." He added: "News of Saffie's death in this appalling attack has come as a tremendous shock to all of us and I would like to send our deepest condolences to all of her family and friends.
He added: "Kelly really was the happiest she has ever been and we had so many things planned together. My daughter Phoebe will be absolutely devastated like we all are." "The thought that anyone could go out to a concert and not come home is heartbreaking.
Martyn Hett "Our focus is now on helping pupils and staff cope with this shocking news and we have called in specialist support from Lancashire County Council to help us do that."
PR manager Martyn Hett, 29, was at the concert with his friend Stuart Aspinall when the pair became separated.
Mr Hett, from Stockport, was a Coronation Street fan and in 2015 was interviewed for the BBC's Victoria Derbyshire programme about his tattoo of the soap's character Deirdre Barlow.
His partner Russell Hayward said on Twitter: "We got the news last night that our wonderful iconic and beautiful Martyn didn't survive.
"He left this world exactly how he lived, centre of attention."
Angelika and Marcin Klis
Marcin and Angelika Klis, who were both from Poland and lived in York, were killed while collecting their daughters from the venue.
The Polish Foreign Minister Witold Waszczykowski told a radio station: "The parents came after the concert to collect their daughters and unfortunately we have information that they are dead. The children are safe."
The Polish foreign ministry said: "We share the pain of the family and the loved ones of the victims and express our most sincere condolences."
Jane Tweddle-Taylor
Jane Tweddle-Taylor, 51, had gone to the Manchester Arena with a friend to pick up the friend's daughter.
She was a receptionist at South Shore Academy School in Blackpool, where she lived.