Westfield Bondi Junction massacre: Hugh Jackman and Rebel Wilson lead celebrity tributes to the victims of horrific knife attack carried out by Joel Cauchi

Hugh Jackman and Rebel Wilson led celebrity tributes to the victims of the horrific Westfield Bondi Junction mass stabbing carried out by knifeman Joel Cauchi. 

The actors both took to Instagram to express their horror and sorrows over the tragedy which left six people dead and a nine-month-old baby in critical condition. 

The Wolverine star, 55, also paid tribute to the families of the victims before commending the 'bravery' of the people involved in saving countless others.

'My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims who lost their lives in the Bondi Junction attack,' Jackman wrote.

'To the first responders and members of the community... your extraordinary acts of bravery are truly remarkable. With love and gratitude, Hugh.'

Hugh Jackman, 55, (left) and Rebel Wilson, 44, (right) led celebrity tributes to the victims of the horrific Westfield Bondi Junction mass stabbing carried out by knifeman Joel Cauchi

The actors both took to Instagram to express their horror and sorrows over the tragedy which left six people dead and a nine-month-old baby in critical condition. Pictured: footage of the attack

Wilson, 44, posted to Instagram as well, writing: 'My family and I have just spent a lot of time in Bondi and regularly go to Bondi Junction Westfield. 

'I am horrified that such violence and tragedy can occur in such a special, amazing place where we always felt safe. This is just devastating.'

Other Australian stars followed Jackman and Wilson's example as an outpouring of condolences flooded social media in the hours after news broke of the attack. 

Pictured: the Bondi Junction knifeman Joel Cauchi

Fellow Australian actor Tammin Sursok also took to Instagram to pay her respects to the victims of the tragedy. 

'I'm completely horrified and devastated hearing the news about the stabbing and killing of six people and many critically injured in Bondi Mall, Sydney,' she said. 

'This is my neighbourhood and a mall we visit all the time. I'm not in Sydney right now, but my heart is broken. A child was also hurt.

'This just doesn't happen in Australia. My heart goes out to everyone and I'm just in shock.' 

The Wolverine star paid tribute to the families of the victims before commending the 'bravery' of the people involved in saving countless others

Wilson posted to Instagram as well, writing: 'I am horrified that such violence and tragedy can occur in such a special, amazing place where we always felt safe. This is just devastating'

Meanwhile, Today Extra co-host David Campbell shared the news story to his socials with the caption: 'Thinking of everyone tonight in Sydney. This is beyond words.'

Today Show host Karl Stefanovic this morning said he had 'no words' for his thoughts about the incident but expressed his disgust at the number of female victims.

'I don't care what the excuses are, and I hope there's a special place in hell reserved for him, given the fact that he walked past men, and didn't do anything about it and attacked women,' he said.

'This offender, may you rot in hell. Forgive me for saying, but for what he's done, I don't care. A woman with a baby.'

Fellow Australian actor Tammin Sursok also took to Instagram to pay her respects to the victims of the tragedy

Meanwhile, Today Extra co-host David Campbell shared the news story to his socials with the caption: 'Thinking of everyone tonight in Sydney. This is beyond words'

AFL WAG Jesinta Franklin sent 'all her love to the victims, their families, the first responders, and all who were at Westfield in Bondi yesterday afternoon'.

'Such a senseless act of violence that has had unimaginable impact on so many people. 

'I have spent countless hours at that centre, and like most mumma's who live in the area countless hours there with the kids on those tough rainy days. 

'It feels so close to home. Heartbroken. Hold your loved ones close, check in on those who may be struggling and always, always be kind to one another.'  

Former Miss Universe Australia Olivia Molly Rogers said: 'My heart is so heavy this morning reading about what unfolded at Bondi Junction yesterday.

'It's difficult to comprehend just how terrifying it would have been. I'm sending all my love to the families and loved ones of the victims.'  

KICPod co-host Steph Claire Smith wrote: 'No words. My heart goes out to the family and friends of those whose lives were tragically taken yesterday at Bondi Westfield.

'I couldn't fathom how terrifying that must have been for those witnessing it unfold too. Absolutely devastating.'  

AFL WAG Jesinta Franklin sent 'all her love to the victims, their families, the first responders, and all who were at Westfield in Bondi yesterday afternoon'

Former Miss Universe Australia Olivia Molly Rogers said: 'My heart is so heavy this morning reading about what unfolded at Bondi Junction yesterday'

KICPod co-host Steph Claire Smith wrote: 'No words. My heart goes out to the family and friends of those whose lives were tragically taken yesterday at Bondi Westfield'

Comedian Magda Szubanski took to X with her tribute, commending NSW Police Inspector Amy Scott and an unnamed man for standing against the attacker.

She tweeted: 'Absolutely devastated by the news coming out of Bondi Junction. 

'My heart goes out to the victims, family, first responders and all the people traumatised by the actions of this one man. 

'Such courage and care shown by so many people-especially #bollardman and the policewoman who shot the perp.'

Comedian Magda Szubanski took to X with her tribute, commending NSW Police Inspector Amy Scott and an unnamed man for standing against the attacker

Married At First Sight alum Olivia Frazer expressed her grief on Instagram: 'There are no words other than my deepest condolences.

'Thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by today's heinous events in Bondi.'

Fellow MAFS couple Jules Robinson and Cam Merchant made a joint post revealing their terror over being in the Bondi Mall just hours before the attack. 

'I think what would we have done to protect our baby and other members of the Public? The "what if" is so scary and fills me with fear,' Jules wrote.

'We left Westfield and walked through where the evil acted was played out to get back to our car only 1hr 40 mins earlier.

'To know now that I had friends hiding in change rooms with their kids and the trauma they are feeling now, it just breaks my heart.'

The parents-of-one went on to express 'appreciation' for the NSW police and other 'heroes', but said they still 'feel fearful' over what occurred.

Domenica Calarco wrote: 'Heavy hearts. In such shock at what has happened in our city yesterday. Sending love and prayers to all those affected.'

Bronte Schofield said: 'My heart hurts so much; life can be so unfair! Sending so much love to all the victims and their families from the Bondi incident.

'No one deserves to have their family ripped from them, hugging my sister tight tonight, don't take life for granted.' 

Meanwhile, Alyssa Barmonde added: 'This Bondi s**t has really affected me. This world can be so, so cruel sometimes. 

'Hug your loved ones closer tonight. And sending so much peace to those that have lost their loved ones - it's truly, truly unfathomable.' 

Married At First Sight alum Olivia Frazer expressed her grief on Instagram: 'There are no words other than my deepest condolences'

Fellow MAFS couple Jules Robinson and Cam Merchant made a joint post revealing their terror over being in the Bondi Mall just hours before the attack

Domenica Calarco wrote: 'Heavy hearts. In such shock at what has happened in our city yesterday. Sending love and prayers to all those affected'

Bronte Schofield said: 'My heart hurts so much; life can be so unfair! Sending so much love to all the victims and their families from the Bondi incident'

Meanwhile, Alyssa Barmonde added: 'This Bondi s**t has really affected me. This world can be so, so cruel sometimes'

Cathy Evans, from season seven of the experiment, had some choice words for the attacker: 'Just saw a video of this piece of s**t laying dead on the floor.

'Thank God. Hell awaits. But sadly four [sic] people died because of this degenerate.'

The Bachelor star Bella Varelis wrote: 'Devastated, shocked and sickened by the chaos that erupted in Bondi today. I hope everyone and their loved ones are okay.

'Sending love and healing energy to those affected by the attack. My heart goes out to everyone who experienced it and has lost someone.' 

Matthew 'Matty J' Johnson said: 'To the mother who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting her baby, the lone policewoman, the man with the bollard at the top of the escalator, the bystanders offering first aid and all frontline emergency services - your acts were nothing short of heroic and will be remembered on a day of unimaginable cruelty.

'We're devastated by the recent attack in Bondi that defies understanding. Our thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones.' 

Cathy Evans, from season seven of the experiment, had some choice words for the attacker: 'Just saw a video of this piece of s**t laying dead on the floor. Thank God. Hell awaits'

The Bachelor star Bella Varelis wrote: 'Devastated, shocked and sickened by the chaos that erupted in Bondi today. I hope everyone and their loved ones are okay'

Matthew 'Matty J' Johnson said: 'We're devastated by the recent attack in Bondi that defies understanding. Our thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones'