Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood and Others React to Horrific Las Vegas Shooting

The mass shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas sent shock waves throughout the country music community.

Written by Kelly Brickey October 2, 2017

Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood and Others React to Horrific Las Vegas Shooting

Blake Shelton; Photo credit: Peyton Hoge

More than 50 people have been killed and at least 400 victims were injured following a mass shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas on Sunday, October 1.

Sheriff Joseph Lombardo confirmed the numbers early Monday morning (Oct. 2) and updates continue to roll in as details emerge regarding the tragedy.

Gunfire erupted into the Route 91 Harvest crowd as Jason Aldean headlined the final performance of the weekend. Police responded quickly, locating the suspect on the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Hotel overlooking the festival. The police have named local 64-year-old resident Stephen Paddock as the suspect. Paddock was found deceased from a self-inflicted gun shot wound when the SWAT team arrived.

The incident sent shockwaves throughout the country community, causing many to respond with great grief and sorrow for the victims and fellow artists at the festival. Asking for prayers and sending their love to all affected by the shooting, country stars united via social media to think of everyone fighting for their lives at this time.

My deepest sympathies and prayers to anyone has been affected by the Vegas shooting last night. I don't even know anymore… Why?

— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) October 2, 2017

One year ago we played Route 91 on Sunday night. Our prayers are with all the first responders, artists, crew and mostly the country fans. pic.twitter.com/CTGg7Qm6MJ

— Little Big Town (@littlebigtown) October 2, 2017

Stilled and speechless… Our hearts and prayers are with everyone involved and affected. – KU

— Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) October 2, 2017

Woke up to such horrible news. We are praying for the victims and their families. May the Lord bring some comfort to them.

— Carrie Underwood (@carrieunderwood) October 2, 2017

Speechless and Sick to my stomach and heartbroken over Vegas. Praying praying praying for all the victims and their families. God bless.

— Brian Kelley (@PlayBkPlay) October 2, 2017

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Words can't begin explain my sadness. My family and I are praying for the victims of this tragedy. Truly heartbroken.

— Luke Bryan (@LukeBryanOnline) October 2, 2017

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— Thomas Rhett (@ThomasRhett) October 2, 2017

Heartbroken & in shock about the news from Las Vegas! Praying for our nation!

— Lee Greenwood (@TheLeeGreenwood) October 2, 2017

I love country music, our fans, and our industry. We are a family. And we are hurting together… https://t.co/fnWRN1HFMn

— Brad Paisley (@BradPaisley) October 2, 2017

Woke up to such horrible news. There are no words. Praying for all the victims and their families affected by the tragedy in Vegas.

— Easton Corbin (@eastoncorbin) October 2, 2017

I am so saddened by the Las Vegas news. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family affected.

— Drake White (@DrakeWhite) October 2, 2017

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My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected by the tragedy in Vegas

— Craig Morgan (@cmorganmusic) October 2, 2017

Heartbroken over the news of Vegas. My thoughts with all the innocent victims and their families x

— Shania Twain (@ShaniaTwain) October 2, 2017

Nothing clever to say today. How do we explain this to our children?How do we as artists and fans wrap our heads around this? #prayforvegas

— EliYoungBand (@EliYoungBand) October 2, 2017

Beyond difficult to control my emotions this morning. This is just so tragic, and so close to home, and will forever change so many!

— David Nail (@davidnail) October 2, 2017

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— Danielle Bradbery (@DBradbery) October 2, 2017

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Devastating news about Vegas. We were not there but these were our friends & fans under attack. Spread love love love – it is much needed.

— Old Dominion (@OldDominion) October 2, 2017

I can’t believe this is real life. Praying for our country music family, fans, & all who have been affected by this horrific act of hatred.

— Hillary Scott (@HillaryScottLA) October 2, 2017

My heart goes out to all of our friends, jasonaldean, our music family and fans in Las Vegas.… https://t.co/Q1iInOWG8Q

— Reba (@reba) October 2, 2017

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Me, the band, and crew are all safe. Been a long night, gonna try to get some sleep. Thank you for all your thoughts and prayers.

— Luke Combs (@LukeCombsMusic) October 2, 2017

Woke up in London and heartbroken by the news in #LasVegas. Thoughts and prayers to all involved and their families. Still in shock

— Eric Paslay (@ericpaslay) October 2, 2017

Just sad. And so sorry for the fans who came to sing and dance and be free and happy. thinking of everyone there & my friend @Jason_Aldean.

— Kelsea Ballerini (@KelseaBallerini) October 2, 2017

P R A Y // F O R // V E G A S • My heart and prayers go out to everyone that has been affected by the tragic events that occurred in Vegas. pic.twitter.com/QKGy30JJnl

— Brett Young (@BrettYoungMusic) October 2, 2017

My heart is sick over the news in Las Vegas. Praying 4 everyone in the country community & everyone at the scene.

— Charles Kelley (@charleskelleyla) October 2, 2017

My main concern now is for all the victims at the #VegasShooting. I'm praying hard for everyone who has been injured. May God be with them!

— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) October 2, 2017

Praying for everyone at #HarvestFestival. There are no words right now that suffice.

— Brad Paisley (@BradPaisley) October 2, 2017

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— K A C E Y (@KaceyMusgraves) October 2, 2017

So very sad. God bless all involved, no words

A post shared by eliyoungband (@eliyoungband) on Oct 2, 2017 at 5:16am PDT

Maren brought me this shirt from the festival. She played Saturday and came home Sunday. I played the same festival only a year ago. We are so terribly heartbroken this morning, for our community, for those who have lost their loved ones in the most unimaginable way, for our neighbors and for our country. Prayers for Las Vegas and for those who are waking up to the worst news they will ever hear, but also for peace. #prayforvegas

A post shared by Ryan Hurd (@ryanhurd) on Oct 2, 2017 at 5:04am PDT

Our hearts are so heavy this morning… sick to our stomachs.

A post shared by Maddie & Tae (@maddieandtae) on Oct 2, 2017 at 5:09am PDT

Woke up & am shocked to hear of the devastation in Vegas last night. Praying for all of the victims. What a tragedy. ❤ #prayforvegas

A post shared by c a r l y p e a r c e (@carlypearce) on Oct 2, 2017 at 3:29am PDT

My heart is completely broken for everyone in Vegas last night. My thoughts and prayers for everyone that had to go through this. Heartbroken…

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A post shared by Natalie Stovall (@nataliestovall) on Oct 2, 2017 at 2:20am PDT

#prayforvegas

A post shared by R A E L Y N N (@raelynnofficial) on Oct 2, 2017 at 5:43am PDT

#prayfortheworld

A post shared by Runaway June (@runawayjuneofficial) on Oct 2, 2017 at 5:34am PDT

#PrayForVegas

A post shared by Craig Campbell (@craigcampbelltv) on Oct 2, 2017 at 5:40am PDT

Absolutely heartbroken and horrified over what happened in #LasVegas. The idea of people going out to enjoy music together makes me think of unity and love. Not destruction and hate. My heart is with everyone affected including my friends who were there/playing. Anyone in Vegas, please donate blood to any local @americanredcross. So many need it 😔

A post shared by Cassadee Pope (@cassadeepope) on Oct 2, 2017 at 5:53am PDT

My heart goes out to all of our friends, @jasonaldean, our music family and fans in Las Vegas. I’m praying for your healing. I pray God puts his arms around you. This is so sad and devastating. I can’t understand it. #prayforvegas #prayforpeace

A post shared by Reba (@reba) on Oct 2, 2017 at 5:35am PDT

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A post shared by Brett Eldredge (@bretteldredge) on Oct 2, 2017 at 6:23am PDT

Did not expect to wake up seeing one of my best friends running off the stage this morning from gunfire. Many friends were there. Hard to fathom. Prayers out to all affected by this tragedy.

A post shared by Tyler Farr (@tylerfarr) on Oct 2, 2017 at 6:36am PDT

Waking up to the most devastating news from Vegas. Praying for everyone caught in the midst of this horrific act. Praying for the souls lost. Praying for their loved ones. Praying for even just a moment of peace for everyone’s hearts today.

A post shared by LeAnn Rimes Cibrian (@leannrimes) on Oct 2, 2017 at 6:32am PDT

Praying. Praying hard. I cannot imagine the fear of those who were in Vegas or had loved ones in Vegas last night. To the artists, the crews, and the fans – y’all are family. I want to wrap my arms around each and every one of you. Sending every ounce of love I have to those affected by this senseless tragedy. 💔

A post shared by Danielle Bradbery (@daniellebradbery) on Oct 2, 2017 at 6:20am PDT

Wow. My heart hurts. Praying for the victim’s families and my friends who were working the concert in Vegas last night. There are no words 💔

A post shared by Meghan Linsey (@meghanlinsey) on Oct 2, 2017 at 6:15am PDT

Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers go out to all the families affected by this tragedy.

A post shared by Rodney Atkins (@rodneyatkins) on Oct 2, 2017 at 7:26am PDT

I am in a bit of shock this morning waking to the news of Las Vegas. As I search for understanding, I just pray for the victims families, all in attendance and my friends.

A post shared by Ryan Kinder (@ryankinder) on Oct 2, 2017 at 7:24am PDT

This is horrific news and our prayers go out to everyone effected by this. It's hard express the feelings we got when we heard the news. This hits very close to home and it is a sad day for the whole world.

A post shared by Parmalee (@parmaleemusic) on Oct 2, 2017 at 7:12am PDT

Heartbroken and praying for everybody affected by this unbelievable act of hate. #prayforvegas

A post shared by Jacob Davis (@jacobdavismusic) on Oct 2, 2017 at 7:24am PDT

**UPDATE: As of 11:30 a.m. CST, there have been at least 58 deaths reported and 515 people injured from the incident.

Tags: Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Route 91 Harvest Festival