Item 8.01. Other Events.
On May 14, 2009, Validus Holdings, Ltd. issued two press releases. The press releases are attached to this Current Report on Form 8-K as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 and are incorporated herein by reference. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibits. The following exhibits are filed herewith:

Exhibit No. Description 99.1 Press Release, dated May 14, 2009, entitled "Validus Comments on Bermuda Court Proceedings." 99.2 Press Release, dated May 14, 2009, entitled "Validus Submits Application to Bermuda Court for Scheme of Arrangement."

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