As the tenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on American soil dawned, a host of celebrities around the nation took to Twitter to share their personal reflections and hopes for the future. Here's a sampling of what was written, including a dose of poignant "where were you" memories and other memorials.
Where were they?
Celebrity Chef Tyler Florence recalled his first-hand experience with the day's tragic events: "I watched the second plane crash into the towers from my apt in Brooklyn. The fire house across the street lost 17 firefighters. Crushing."
"So You Think You Can Dance" host Cat Deeley shared her appreciation of Big Apple residents: "This day 10yrs ago I was all in my own in NYC....but strangely didn't feel alone... That's what makes that city so special- The New Yorkers!"
"10 years ago, I was in the control room at CNNfn in NY as the first plane hit. Still remember typing chyrons as tears streamed down my face." -- Aarti Sequeira, Winner of the 2010 season of "Food Network Star."
JoAnna Garcia remembered "10 yrs ago 2day I woke up 4 the 1st taping of Reba. Turned on TV & watched the horror unfold in NYC & DC. I dropped 2 my knees & prayed... I prayed 4 everyone potentially injured or killed &their families & all of the brave rescue workers & firefighters I saw flooding the scene."
Chef Anne Burrell got personally involved: "10 years ago today I was a culinary school teacher...after I the towers fell we cooked all the food in the school and then delivered to to st vincent's hospital and rescue workers"
The Food Network's Bobby Flay was also there to lend a helping hand: "To all of the rescue workers I was honored to nourish 10yrs ago at ground zero with my fellow NYC colleagues/chefs....we will never forget."
Country singer David Nail recounted "My roommate woke me up. Was supposed to do vocals on first record! We never sang that day!"
Ariana Grande: I remember this day 10 years ago so vividly! I was in 2nd grade & my mommy came to pick me up early & hug me. What do you remember?"
Finally, new "Dancing with the Stars" pro dancer Peta Murgatroyd recalled that on "9/11 I was getting ready for high school..will #neverforget the feeling of watching it unfold. My heart is heavy, thank u to all that served"
There were also plenty of memorials and remembrances devoted to those lost and left behind in the wake of 9/11.
"Thinking about all the lives affected by this tragic day ten years ago. I don't think anyone will forget who told them and where they were." --Kourtney Kardashian
"Today is a day of reflection,prayer,and pride.Reflecting on that day, praying for the victims, families, all of us, proud to be an American" --Country songstress Martina McBride
Khloe Kardashian wrote: "God bless all of those who were affected by 9/11. You and your families will forever be in our prayers. #GodBlessAmerica "
Brooke Burke, co-host of "Dancing with the Stars": "I'm away from Hm, but sending my family & kids to sit at the Malibu memorial. It's powerful. We had a close call 10 yrs ago I'm grateful"
"Holding all those who've suffered and those who we've lost in my prayers today. #September 11th." --Rose McGowan
Reality star Stephanie Pratt: "Lighting a candle and watching some 9-11 documentaries w my pup. My heart is heavy thinking of all the victims and their families."
"God Bless all the souls who perished on this day 10 years ago. We love you, our city of NY & the USA http://say.ly/uelHiP " --Vanessa Williams
Tori Spelling talked with her young children about the attacks: "took moment 2show kids&explain2them #911day .they r 2 young2 understand but Liam gasped& said "why mama? Why did all those people have2die?"
"Helpless and eerie feeling as I fly over NYC..we will never forget..God Bless all those who lost someone 10 yrs ago today.." --ESPN's Erin Andrews
Holly Robinson Peete wrote "For the loved ones of those taken on 911 and those who have given their lives in service to our country- WE SUPPORT YOU #september11 "
"My Thoughts and prayers to all who lost loved ones on 9-11. I know the entire country is with you today. I'm playing for you today." --Tennis superstar Serena Williams
"DWTS" pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy shared "Those that are lost are never forgotten. Those that have survived are that much stronger! Proud to be a New Yorker and and American!"
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi promised " #Iwill shake a firefighter's hand. What will you do this Sept 11? Join the 9/11 Tribute Movement @911day #IWill ."
"Sick in bed and watching the memorials today. Taking time to remember all the lost & all the heroes. #GodBlessAmerica " --Katy Perry
Justin Bieber wrote "as a canadian we too remember 9-11. i was just a kid and remember it well. today we honor the memory of those lost and move forward together"
"Ten years ago today, the world changed. I hope everyone finds time to remember those we lost... and to tell someone that you love them." --Ellen DeGeneres
"my thoughts and prayers are with all the families & loved ones affected by the devastating tragedy of 9/11 We will never forget...." --Denise Richards
Nia Vardalos made a wish for the future: " Remembering the fear, vulnerability felt 10 yrs ago on 9/11. Hoping for safer world for my daughter."
"Spent most of my life in the NYC area. I'm in a New York state of mind today, with a mixture of pride and heavy heart. And love." --Stephen Collins
Donnie Wahlberg
wrote "Today! NEVER forget those who sacrificed and were lost to HATE- but ALWAYS carry on inspired by the spirit of their courage, bravery & LOVE!""We will remember every family that lives in grief. We will remember the fire and ash, the last phone calls, the funerals of the children..." -- "The Bachelor" star Melissa Rycroft
Sophia Bush reflected "I'm spending this day in silence at home. Remembering & trying to honor every lost soul, first responder, & person affected by this tragedy" and "Watching the bell toll for the north tower collapse brings it all back. It feels like it happened yesterday. It still hurts as much. #911"
"On this September 11.. Let's remember it as the day we all stood united as one nation under god.. Tall and defiant against the face of evil." --Wilmer Valderrama
Celebrity Chef Paula Deen: "I'm thinking about everyone who may be remembering lost loved ones today. We'll never forget their sacrifice. Y'all are in my prayers."
"Visiting the memorial for Conneticut victims of #911.Somber but gorgeous here!Many families paying respects. http://lockerz.com/s/137899534 " --Melissa Joan Hart
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