Arnold Schwarzenegger, Chris Pratt and more react to Charlie Kirk assassination

The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot dead at 31 during a college event at Utah Valley University, has shocked everyone. Kirk was the co-founder and CEO of Turning Point USA and a close ally of US President Donald Trump. Unfortunately, Kirk died instantly after a single gunshot struck his neck while he was addressing students at the event. Several Hollywood celebrities took to social media to react to the news of his death.

Hollywood celebs react to Charlie Kirk`s death

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, who is known to be a sharp critic of Trump, urged people to pause on the “angry finger-pointing” and requested compassion in the face of tragedy. He took to his Instagram account and wrote, “Instead of the angry finger-pointing, can we just, for one day, agree that it is horrible and monstrous to shoot another human? 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.”

Similarly, actor Arnold Schwarzenegger took to X to express grief over Kirk`s death and called it a “horrible tragedy.” He wrote, “My heart is with Charlie Kirk’s family, and with the United States. Politics has become a disease in this country, and it’s deadly. But don’t listen to the pessimists who say there is no cure. There is a cure. It is inside of us. We must find our better angels and walk back from the extremes. If we can’t agree on anything else, we must find agreement that we don’t solve our debates with violence,” The Commando actor added, “This is a horrible tragedy. May it also be a moment for everyone to rediscover their humanity.”

Actor and film producer Chris Pratt also took to X to express his feelings, saying, “Praying for Charlie Kirk right now, for his wife and young children, for our country. We need God’s grace. God help us.”

Actress Savannah Chrisley, Todd Chrisley and Julie Chrisley`s daughter, shared her reaction on Instagram, saying, “I am devastated… I don`t have words. PRAY! PRAY! PRAY.”

Charlie Kirk`s assassination 

According to media reports and the videos circulating online, Kirk was shot in the neck during a debate at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He was immediately rushed to the hospital by security personnel, but succumbed to his injuries. USA President Donald Trump was the first to announce his death.

Utah Valley University later confirmed that the investigators are still trying to track down the shooter. Multiple agencies, including the Orem Police Department, the university’s police force, the FBI, and the Utah Department of Public Safety, have now joined the probe.