Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot on September 10, 2025, while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University as part of his "American Comeback Tour." He was struck by a single shot fired from a nearby rooftop. Kirk was 31 years old at the time of his death. The suspect, identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, was later taken into custody. The shooting was widely condemned, and reactions came from across the political spectrum including President Donald Trump and other prominent figures. Kirk's family and supporters have since been honoring his memory following this tragic political assassination.