Mariah Carey, Viola Davis and Kris Jenner lead celebrity tributes to mark the 20th anniversary of 9/11: 'We'll never forget'

Mariah Carey, Viola Davis and Kris Jenner were just a few of the many celebrities to honor the lives of the nearly 3,000 people who died in the Sept. 11 attacks 20 years ago.   

'On this anniversary of September 11, I find myself remembering the shock and anguish we all experienced with painfully deep sadness. Vivid images of the skyline I grew up loving so much, suddenly changed forever,' Mariah Carey wrote across an image of the Tribute in Light where the World Trade center used to stand.

'Still astonished by how many innocent people were lost in an instant.. gone forever but never to be forgotten. Thinking of all the families still mourning their loved ones twenty years after that devastating and tragic moment in our history. Sending out love and prayers to my fellow New Yorkers.. and to us all.'

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Nineteen men hijacked four planes, which crashed into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and finally, a field in Somerset, County, Pennsylvania, killing a total of 2,977 people on this day 20 years ago. 

'On this anniversary of September 11, I find myself remembering the shock and anguish we all experienced with painfully deep sadness. Vivid images of the skyline I grew up loving so much, suddenly changed forever,' Mariah Carey wrote across an image of the Tribute in Light where the World Trade center used to stand

Viola Davis shared a striking image of the Tribute of Light from just outside the city as she shared a host of info graphs about the attacks, with the names of the lives lost in each slide created by Instagram account @so.informed.

'Will never forget this day. Will never forget the lives lost,' she wrote. 'Sending love and prayers to the families, loved ones of the fallen.' 

Kris Jenner posted a shadowed image of the towers using photos of the men, women and children that lost their lives on that day.

'Take a moment this morning to remember and honor those who lost their lives, the families and friends who lost their loved ones, and the survivors of the horrific attacks on 9/11. We’ll never forget the sacrifices made by the firefighters, early responders and civilians who risked everything to help others in the most incredible and unforgettable display of heroism. 

'I’ll never forget that day, and my thoughts are with everyone who lost someone they love. Life is so precious and today is a reminder to me to cherish every single moment I have with those I love. We must show each other love, forgiveness, grace, and be thankful for the time we have together.' 

'Will never forget this day. Will never forget the lives lost,' she wrote. 'Sending love and prayers to the families, loved ones of the fallen'
Never forget: Alec Baldwin shared an image of the twin towers with the Statue of Liberty looking on in the distance
Honor: Bella Hadid took a moment away from her NYFW schedule to post a skyline shot with the Tribute in Light in the background

Alec Baldwin shared an image of the twin towers with the Statue of Liberty looking on in the distance. 

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Bella Hadid took a moment away from her NYFW schedule to post a skyline shot with the Tribute in Light in the background. 

Mark Wahlberg, who had been scheduled to board the American Airlines Flight 11 out of Boston, shared an image of the memorial at Ground Zero.

'20 years ago but feels like yesterday. We are all forever changed,' he wrote. 'Thinking of those who are gone and their loved ones missing them now and always.' 

Lindsay Lohan posted an image of the Statue of Liberty overlooking the twin towers and 'Never forget 9.11.01' 

'20 years ago but feels like yesterday. We are all forever changed,' he wrote. 'Thinking of those who are gone and their loved ones missing them now and always'
Iconic: Tom Brady shared an image of NYFD raising an American flag over Ground Zero
New York strong: Lindsay Lohan posted an image of the Statue of Liberty overlooking the twin towers and 'Never forget 9.11.01'

'To all who were lost, and to all of the heroes who tried to save them — we honor you,' Jennifer Garner wrote across an image taken by Steve McCurry. 'To every family member and friend, we honor your loss and promise to never forget.' 

Vanessa Bryant noted 'our hearts are with you, always' in a beautiful tribute of the towers with faces of the lives lost. 

Sarah Michelle Gellar noted that everyone has a story about that day, and feeling heartache for everyone involved. 

'But this is not about me. It was one of the worst days in history, but it brought out such kindness and unity. At a time when America is more divided than ever, today let’s remember the thoughtfulness we showed each other. #neverforget that day, but remember the nation we were after.' 

'To all who were lost, and to all of the heroes who tried to save them ¿ we honor you,' Jennifer Garner wrote across an image taken by Steve McCurry. 'To every family member and friend, we honor your loss and promise to never forget'
Love: Vanessa Bryant noted 'our hearts are with you, always' in a beautiful tribute of the towers with faces of the lives lost
'But this is not about me. It was one of the worst days in history, but it brought out such kindness and unity,' she wrote. 'At a time when America is more divided than ever, today let¿s remember the thoughtfulness we showed each other. #neverforget that day, but remember the nation we were after'
Drew Barrymore shared a simple but strong 'I love New York' image
'My prayers go out to all the families that lost their loves ones on this day 20 years ago,' Reese Witherspoon shared. 'We will #neverforget'
Kate Hudson wrote that it was difficult to believe 'it's been so long since this devastating event in our history' and offered her condolences to the families of those who lost a loved one
Mandy Moore was 'thinking of all those we lost. The innocent, the heroes, the first responders.' She added that she was 'holding space for those who lost someone they love on this horrific day'

'My prayers go out to all the families that lost their loves ones on this day 20 years ago,' Reese Witherspoon shared. 'We will #neverforget.'

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Kate Hudson wrote that it was difficult to believe 'it's been so long since this devastating event in our history' and offered her condolences to the families of those who lost a loved one.

Mandy Moore was 'thinking of all those we lost. The innocent, the heroes, the first responders.' She added that she was 'holding space for those who lost someone they love on this horrific day.' 

Miranda Lambert shared an image of an American flag from her farm as she recalled where she was when she heard about the attack.

'Standing in choir class hearing over the loud speaker at Lindale High School that our country was under attack,' she wrote. 'I'll never be able to comprehend why. It changes us all.' 

Miranda Lambert shared an image of an American flag from her farm as she recalled where she was when she heard about the attack

On her Instagram Story, Kylie Jenner shared a beautiful image taken from below the twin towers at twilight. Her big sister Kim Kardashian posted a photo of the World Trade Center, adding a white heart emoji in the sky.

She also added a timeline of the tragic day's events, beginning at 8:46am when the first plane struck the North Tower. Kardashian shared a photo of three firefighters embracing at Ground Zero in the aftermath of the devastation.

Kim went on to post a transcript of the heartbreaking last phone message that United Arlines Flight passenger Brian Sweeney left for his wife Julie, adding a broken heart emoji.

The message read: 'Jules, this is Brian. Ah listen, I’m on an airplane that’s been hijacked...If things don’t go well, and they're not looking good, I just want you to know I absolutely love you. I want you to do good, go have good times, same to my parents and everybody. I’ll see you when you get here. I want you to know that I totally love you, Bye, babe. I hope I call you.’ 

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On her Instagram Story, Kylie Jenner shared a beautiful image taken from below the twin towers at twilight
Kim Kardashian posted a photo of the World Trade Center, adding a white heart emoji in the sky
She also added a timeline of the tragic day's events, beginning at 8:46am when the first plane struck the North Tower
Kardashian shared a photo of three firefighters embracing at Ground Zero in the aftermath of the devastation
Kim went on to post a transcript of the heartbreaking last phone message that United Arlines Flight passenger Brian Sweeney left for his wife Julie, adding a broken heart emoji

Sarah Jessica Parker shared a shot of a bright light shooting upward from the middle of New York City's Financial District, and wrote that the city was her 'favorite pastime.'

Chloe Sevigny posted a photo of two couples spending time together not far from the Twin Towers, and noted that she remembered them 'like no other love.'

Norman Reedus shared a shot of the same two shining lights, and added emojis of the Statue of Liberty and a heart in his post's caption.

Rebel Wilson described New York City as 'a city that’s incredible and alive in every way. I’m proud to live there and know so many wonderful strong people from there.' 

Dwayne Johnson also shared a composite image of all of the victims of the attacks and noted that the rest of the United States had vowed 'to live as greatly as we can in your loving and strong spirits ~ and in the spirit of America’s resiliency.'

Sarah Jessica Parker shared a shot of two bright lights shooting upward from New York City's Financial District and wrote that the city was her 'favorite pastime'
Chloe Sevigny shared a photo of two couples spending time with each other not far from the Twin Towers and noted that she remembered them 'like no other love'
Norman Reedus showed his support for the city by adding emojis of the Statue of Liberty and a heart in his post's caption
Rebel Wilson described New York City as 'a city that¿s incredible and alive in every way. I¿m proud to live there and know so many wonderful strong people from there'
Dwayne Johnson shared a composite image of the victims of the attacks and noted that the rest of the nation would remember the 'spirit of America's resiliency'

Amelia Gray took to her Instagram Story to share the transcript of Sweeney's tragic final call to his wife.

Josh Brolin shared an image of one of the hijacked airplanes during the attacks and wrote a lengthy message to express his support and gratitude for all of the firefighters who gave their lives to rescue victims at Ground Zero.

His statement partially read: 'Firefighters in my life have, by far, revealed themselves to have the greatest character, possess the most humility and compassion, and just be downright fun/good people. My heart goes out to the families and friends of those who died on that unnecessary and totally unfortunate day 20 years ago.' 

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Shawn Mendes reposted an image of Sweeney's final message to his Instagram Story on Saturday afternoon.

Jennifer Love Hewitt also shared an image of the iconic 'I love New York' design to her Story.

Amelia Gray shared an image of Sweeney's tragic final message to her Instagram Story
Josh Brolin shared a shot of one of the hijacked airplanes and penned a lengthy message to express his support and gratitude for the firefighters who responded to the attacks
Shawn Mendes reposted an image of Sweeney's final call to his wife on his Story
Jennifer Love Hewitt shared an image of the iconic I love New York design to her Instagram Story on Saturday

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