Jamie Lee Curtis breaks silence after fury over Charlie Kirk comment
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis faced backlash for comments she made on a podcast about the murder of conservative figure Charlie Kirk. While heartbroken by the killing, her remarks drew both praise and criticism from the public.
Speaking on the “WTF with Marc Maron” podcast, Curtis became emotional. She stated that while she found nearly all of Kirk’s ideas “abhorrent,” she also believed he was “a man of faith.” She expressed a hope that he felt connected to his God in his final moments.
A significant point of contention was her reflection on the graphic nature of his death. Curtis voiced concern about the psychological impact of society being repeatedly exposed to violent footage, such as Kirk’s execution and the 9/11 attacks.
Many critics were angered, interpreting her words as praise for Kirk and an excuse for his controversial stances. This was particularly sensitive given that Curtis has a transgender daughter, and Kirk was known for his rejection of transgender people.
In response to the backlash, Curtis has now clarified her statements. She explained that her comments were “mistranslated,” asserting that she was not speaking about Kirk in a positive light overall.
She elaborated that she was specifically referencing his personal faith, not endorsing his views. Curtis argued that modern discourse often fails to allow for complex, contradictory thoughts.
She used her own perspective on the Israel-Gaza conflict as another example, stating it is possible to hold two seemingly opposing ideas at once without being vilified.
