“Jewish Australians have been pleading for support, for protection, and for action and today it is painfully clear that those calls have not been heard loudly enough.
“I am beyond sickened by what has unfolded.
“I stand with the Jewish community today, on Hanukkah, and always.
“Light must not be allowed to be extinguished by hate.”
Former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan was at a nearby restaurant when the shooting took place.
“Being locked in a restaurant in Bondi was scary.. Now home safe.
“But thanks so much to the emergency services and the guy who confronted the terrorist .. thoughts with all who have been affected .. xxx”
Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja shared his heartbreak.
“Truly devastating news from Bondi. Lives lost senselessly, families shattered, the Bondi community traumatised. There are no words – only heartbreak. My thoughts and prayers to all affected.”
UFC fighter Justin Tafa saluted the bravery of the local man who wrestled a gun away from one of the shooters.
“What a legend 🫡
“Praying for Bondi victims.”
Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen shared his thoughts on the “shocking” event.
“Bondi – my goodness! I cannot believe what I’m seeing. Shocking!
“The video of the hero disarming the monster is quite unreal!
“To EVERYONE who’s been affected by this disgraceful act, thoughts with all!
“Australia is the most amazing country and this DOES NOT need to happen!”
