Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture emailGet the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Chris Pratt has led celebrity tributes to the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot at a rally in Utah on Wednesday (10 September). The Turning Point USA founder was 31-years-old at the time of his death, which has been called a “political assassination” by officials. A manhunt for his killer is underway.Figures from both sides of the political aisle have paid tribute, including celebrities such as Hollywood actor Pratt, TV host Piers Morgan and comedian and host Rosie O’Donnell.“Praying for Charlie Kirk right now, for his wife and young children, for our country,” Pratt wrote on X/Twitter. “We need God’s grace. God help us.”The View panelist Meghan McCain offered a defiant response, insisting that the killing would not “silence” the conservative community.“Rest in peace Charlie Kirk,” she wrote. “The mark you have made on the world will forever be a blessing and memory. We pray for your eternal rest with our Lord. May God bless your family always and be with your children and wife Erika.”She added: “If you think you’re going to scare and silence conservatives to stop speaking and fighting for truth, God, America, family and the soul of our country – you’ve never met one of us.”open image in galleryChris Pratt (right) said he was ‘praying’ for Kirk, his wife and children following the shooting (Getty)YouTuber and professional boxer Jake Paul appeared to agree with claims that the shooting was politically motivated, while also mentioning mental health. “Charlie Kirk got shot for telling the truth,” he said. “That is literally it. What a mentally sick time we are living through. We need God more than ever. Praying for Charlie’s family and praying for these evil people to heal.”Watch Apple TV+ free for 7 dayNew subscribers only. £9.99/mo. after free trial. Plan auto-renews until cancelled.Try for freeADVERTISEMENT. If you sign up to this service we will earn commission. This revenue helps to fund journalism across The Independent.Watch Apple TV+ free for 7 dayNew subscribers only. £9.99/mo. after free trial. Plan auto-renews until cancelled.Try for freeADVERTISEMENT. If you sign up to this service we will earn commission. This revenue helps to fund journalism across The Independent.Late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel insisted the “senseless” death should not be used to create division. “Instead of the angry finger-pointing, can we just for one day agree that it is horrible and monstrous to shoot another human?” Kimmel wrote in a social media post. “On behalf of my family, we send love to the Kirks and to all the children, parents and innocents who fall victim to senseless gun violence.”open image in galleryKirk with US president Donald Trump, who has called the political activist’s killing a ‘dark moment for America’ (AFP via Getty Images)Comedian and TV host Rosie O’Donnell shared a photo of Kirk speaking at an event to her Instagram page, adding the caption: “No just no—do not become the murderer—this is wrong on every level.”Kirk was celebrated for his willingness to debate with his detractors, and was in the middle of a discussion on gun violence when he was killed.“An appalling assault on free speech and democracy,” wrote Piers Morgan. “Charlie always welcomed debate, with anyone. This is disgusting, and heart-breaking. RIP Charlie.”US president Donald Trump honoured Kirk as a “great” and “legendary” individual, and ordered flags to be raised at half-mast across the country. He called Kirk’s killing a “dark moment for America”.Kirk is survived by his wife Erika and two children.
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Charlie Kirk shooting: Chris Pratt, Meghan McCain and Piers Morgan lead celebrity reactions to killing
