Is Charlie Kirk Alive? Update on Ring-Wing Activist After Shooting – Hollywood Life

Charlie Kirk, a Donald Trump ally and conservative activist, was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, September 10. Videos from the incident quickly went viral on social media, and it was clear that Kirk was struck during the shooting. While rumors circulate online, many want to know the answer to one question: is Kirk alive or dead? Get updates on his condition as politicians from both sides offer their prayers for Kirk.

Who Is Charlie Kirk?

Kirk is right-wing political commentator and activist, having stood by the president’s side throughout his 2024 campaign. He was credited by Trump himself for helping mobilize the youth vote in the Republican Party’s favor.

The 31-year-old is the founder of Turning Point USA: a nonprofit that advocates for conservatives on college campuses, and he hosts his radio talk show, “The Charlie Kirk Show,” on Salem Media’s “The Answer” channel.

Kirk is also a member of the United States Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, which “inquires into the morale, discipline, curriculum, instruction, physical equipment, fiscal affairs, academic methods and other matters relating to the Academy which the Board decides to consider.”

What Happened to Charlie Kirk?

Kirk was struck after shots were fired at Utah Valley University during the afternoon on September 10. As seen in videos online, Kirk was hit and slumped down in his seat before blood ran down his neck.

Is Charlie Kirk Alive or Dead?

At the time of publication, Kirk’s exact condition is unknown, but he is still alive. Despite online rumors, Kirk has not been pronounced dead. CNN reported that Kirk is currently in the hospital.

Aubrey Laitsch, the public relations manager for Turning Point USA, told the outlet that the Utah Valley University shooting is “an ongoing situation,” adding, “We can confirm that Charlie Kirk has been shot. He is in the hospital, and we are praying for him at this time.”

Who Shot Charlie Kirk?

The identity of the shooter has not been disclosed to the public at the time of publication. However, NBC News reported that a suspect was in custody.

“[Kirk] was hit and taken from the location by his security,” Utah Valley University noted in a statement. “Campus police is investigating, a suspect is in custody.”

Shots were fired from a nearby campus building about 200 yards away from where Kirk was speaking, per CNN.