During The Five, Fox News host Greg Gutfeld delivered an emotional reflection on the tragic death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, describing him as a “force of nature” whose influence will only grow stronger after his assassination.
Remembering a Force
Gutfeld, who had known Kirk for over a decade, admitted he struggled to put the loss into words, saying the first thought that came to him was simply “horror.” He told viewers:
“Charlie was such a force of nature. He was smart, funny, and fearless. What made people uneasy was his ability to persuade. He was so effective that the only way to silence him was to take his life.”
The Fox host described the atmosphere inside the newsroom as one of “shock and despair,” emphasizing how Kirk’s “friendship, bravery, and character” left a lasting impact across Fox News and among its viewers.
“He Felt Like Family”
What made the loss so personal, Gutfeld explained, was the connection Kirk had with those around him. “It feels like he’s one of us. He’s part of us. He was a genuinely patriotic, great man.”
He encouraged supporters not to give in to despair but to honor Kirk’s memory through action: “You keep doing what you’ve always done—but with more purpose. You stand up, you speak out, and you share the risk.”
A Defining Moment
In one of the most poignant moments of his tribute, Gutfeld said Kirk’s passing marked a pivotal point in the movement he helped shape. “What’s ironic—maybe even fitting—is that this is a turning point. If you believe in Charlie, you have to believe in yourself, because he believed in you.”
He added: “This isn’t the end. It’s just the beginning. Charlie’s strength has been released in all of us. He’s going to be larger now than he ever was. He made us all stronger.”
Carrying the Legacy Forward
Gutfeld closed with a clear message: supporters should channel their grief into resilience. “If you’re at home feeling broken, don’t. Push through it. Remember—he would want you to grow tougher and never back down.”
As tributes continue to pour in from political leaders, family, and friends, Gutfeld’s words captured the deep emotion of a movement mourning one of its youngest, most dynamic voices.
