Chris Pratt urges Americans to unite in speech.
Chris Pratt Pays Tribute to 9/11 Victims, Urges Unity and Patriotism
OAN’s Elizabeth Volberding
4:25 PM – Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Actor Chris Pratt delivered a heartfelt tribute to the victims of 9/11 on social media, calling on Americans to embrace the unity and patriotism that emerged in the aftermath of the tragic event in 2001.
The Guardians of the Galaxy star delivered his speech at a remembrance ceremony held at Pepperdine University’s Alumni Park, in front of students, faculty, and alumni on Monday, September 11th, 2023.
The ceremony featured nearly 3,000 flags, each representing a life lost on that fateful day.
Pratt’s powerful address resonated with the audience of over 1,000 people.
Following the 22nd anniversary of the attacks, Pratt shared a video of himself delivering the 9/11 memorial speech at the university.
As the keynote speaker, Pratt recounted his experience of being in New Zealand during the attacks and expressed his deep sense of loneliness and longing for home.
“I’d never seen anything like that in my life. I stepped out and I fell to my knees in the snow and I cried. And I cried. And in that moment, I gotta say, I felt – I felt really alone. And I wanted to go home. I wanted to come back to America,” he expressed.
Pratt urged Americans to keep the spirit of 9/11 alive for future generations, emphasizing the importance of faith, love, and patriotism that emerged from the tragedy.
In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, Pratt shared a similar message with his 8.4 million followers.
“Don’t let the 9/11 effect fade. Just a week ago, we gathered to remember the heroes and the indomitable spirit that emerged from the ashes,” he wrote. “Let’s keep that fire of patriotism burning bright, honoring the sacrifices of those who stepped up in the face of adversity.”
He added, “In a world that sometimes feels divided, it’s crucial to remember that we are one nation, united under the same flag, indivisible. Let’s carry the torch forward, ensuring that the lessons of 9/11 continue to shape our future and inspire generations to come. #NeverForget @pepperdine.”
“And I say this gently to those who are immersed in their own worlds and who think their country doesn’t need them — and I say this with some urgency — it is your torch to carry. Your country needs you,” Pratt said. I feel called to be of service…To help other people better…comprehend what has and what continues to make America the great shining beacon on the hill.”
“We need each other, man. We’re on the same team. We are the United States of America. When we are ‘One Nation Under God’ we are indivisible.”
Pratt emphasized the importance of carrying the torch forward and ensuring that the lessons of 9/11 shape our future and inspire generations to come.
He also shared his personal connection to the tragedy, mentioning his brother who was serving in the United States Army at the time and expressing his fear for his safety.
“My brother, my older brother Cully was in the army at the time. I thought, ‘Oh my God, my brother’s going to go to war,” he said. “I felt the tectonic plates of the earth shifting beneath my feet. I knew at that moment that the world I lived in was going to be totally different moving forward.”
Pratt highlighted the significance of memorial observances even after two decades, stressing that they ensure we never forget what happened on that tragic day.
He continued, “Understanding this history means a future in which policymakers have the opportunity to take the lessons of the past and apply them going forward as wisdom. That’s what we owe those on the planes, and in the buildings, who never made it home that day. It’s what we owe the firefighters, the police officers, and paramedics who responded.”
“It’s what we owe those who were already in uniform and those who stepped up in service to this great nation in the aftermath of the attacks,” he added.
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What message did Chris Pratt deliver at the remembrance ceremony regarding unity and patriotism?
Chris Pratt Pays Tribute to 9/11 Victims, Urges Unity and Patriotism
OAN’s Elizabeth Volberding
4:25 PM – Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Actor Chris Pratt recently delivered a heartfelt tribute to the victims of 9/11, emphasizing the importance of unity and patriotism in the aftermath of the tragic event. His message, delivered at a remembrance ceremony held at Pepperdine University’s Alumni Park, resonated with the audience of over 1,000 people.
During the ceremony, nearly 3,000 flags were displayed, each representing a life lost on that fateful day. Pratt, as the keynote speaker, shared his personal experience of being in New Zealand during the attacks. He expressed a deep sense of loneliness and longing for home, recounting the moment when he fell to his knees in the snow and cried.
“I’d never seen anything like that in my life. I stepped out and I fell to my knees in the snow and I cried. And I cried. And in that moment, I gotta say, I felt – I felt really alone. And I wanted to go home. I wanted to come back to America,” Pratt expressed.
In his speech, Pratt urged Americans to keep the spirit of 9/11 alive for future generations. He emphasized the importance of faith, love, and patriotism that emerged from the tragedy. Pratt also took to social media, sharing a similar message on X (formerly known as Twitter), with his 8.4 million followers.
“Don’t let the 9/11 effect fade. Just a week ago, we gathered to remember the heroes and the indomitable spirit that emerged from the ashes,” he wrote. “Let’s keep that fire of patriotism burning bright, honoring the sacrifices of those who stepped up in the face of adversity.”
He added, “In a world that sometimes feels divided, it’s crucial to remember that we are one nation, united in our resilience and love for our country.”
Pratt’s tribute serves as a powerful reminder of the strength and unity that can emerge from tragedy. As we reflect on the 22nd anniversary of 9/11, let us heed his call to embrace unity and patriotism, paying tribute to the lives lost and the heroes who stepped up in the face of adversity. May we never forget the indomitable spirit that emerged from the ashes, and may we continue to honor the sacrifices made on that fateful day.
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