A moment of silence was observed in honor of murdered conservative political activist Charlie Kirk before the NFL game Thursday night.
The game was between the Washington Commanders and the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.
Kirk, 31, was shot and killed while speaking event at Utah Valley University Wednesday. He founded Turning Point USA, a conservative youth organization. Kirk was also a supporter of President Donald Trump.
About 25 minutes before kickoff, the public address announcer said, “The National Football League asks that you please join us in a moment of silent reflection following the murder of Charlie Kirk. The NFL condemns all violence in our communities. It will take all of us to stop hate. Thank you.”
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The New York Yankees also honored Kirk with a moment of silence before the game with the Detroit Tigers Wednesday night.
New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, former New England Patriots receiver Julian Edelman, Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker, former quarterback Tim Tebow, former punter and current analyst Pat McAfee were among those who reacted to Kirk’s death.
“Praying for him and his family. Charlie did great things for our country!! Political Violence NEEDS TO STOP!! Pray for our country man. This is disgusting and Sad!!” Dart, who was born in Utah, posted on his Instagram.
On Thursday, the Carolina Panthers fired public relations employee Charlie Rock after he posted a comment about Kirk’s death on social media.
“The views expressed by our employees are their own and do not represent those of the Carolina Panthers,” the team said in a statement. “We do not condone violence of any kind. We are taking this matter very seriously and have accordingly addressed it with the individual.”
