Charlie Kirk’s death has sent shockwaves across the US. Kirk, 31, was addressing an outdoor crowd at Utah Valley University when he was shot in the neck. He was pronounced dead shortly afterward.
Several NFL stars condemned the act of violence that took Kirk’s life. Ladd McConkey, wide receiver for the Los Angeles Chargers, took to Instagram to offer prayers for Kirk’s family.
“Speechless…Prayers for his family,” McConkey wrote on his Instagram story.
Tim Tebow posted a long message on X, expressing his shock and sadness over Kirk’s death.
“I’m shocked and devastated to learn about the passing of Charlie Kirk,” Tebow wrote. “Above all else, Charlie was a follower of Jesus, a husband, and a dad. He was a man of passion, courage, and devotion to making an eternal impact.”
Robert Griffin III posted multiple messages on X, stating that he was disturbed by the news and imagery.
“The Charlie Kirk Shooting was disturbing, disgusting and wrong. Praying for Charlie Kirk’s wife, kids and family.”
Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart reposted an image of Kirk on his Instagram story and offered prayers for his family.
“May god watch over him and his family!” Dart wrote.
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker posted the personal messages he had exchanged with Kirk.
“Thank you for your strong witness for Christ, Charlie,” Butker wrote in a caption. “Thank you for pursuing truth and leading your family as a husband and father.”
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President Donald Trump to Honor Charlie Kirk Posthumously
During the Sept. 11 remembrance event at the Pentagon, President Donald Trump touched upon the “heinous assassination” of the conservative activist and announced that Kirk will be honored posthumously.
“We miss him greatly yet I have no doubt that Charlie’s voice and the courage he put into the hearts of countless people, especially young people, will live on. I’m pleased to announce that I will soon be awarding Charlie Kirk posthumously the Medal of Freedom,” CBS NEWS reported.
During his speech, the president stated that Kirk was an inspiration to millions of people and an important voice of his generation. So far, the shooter hasn’t been caught, but authorities were able to recover the weapon used for the assassination.
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