Video of American Activist Charlie Kirk Explaining How He Wants To Be Remembered Resurfaces

Video of American Activist Charlie Kirk Explaining How He Wants To Be Remembered Resurfaces

  • A recently resurfaced video of Charlie Kirk discussing his legacy has reignited online attention, emphasising his core values and commitment to his faith
  • The 31-year-old prominent conservative activist and ally of American President Donald Trump was tragically shot dead at Utah Valley University, prompting widespread reactions and tributes
  • The clip has prompted broader conversations online, with many praising Charlie's courage and faith, while others reflected on his impact on American conservative politics and more

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A resurfaced video of a conservative political activist and author, Charlie Kirk, who was tragically shot at Utah Valley University, has sparked renewed interest online as he reflected on how he hoped to be remembered.

A video of American activist Charlie Kirk explaining how he wants to be remembered resurfaces.
American activist Charlie Kirk's video explaining how he wants to be remembered went viral after his tragic death. Image: Chip Somodevilla
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In the clip, posted on Instagram by yoder_esq, Charlie was asked a deeply personal question:

"How do you want to be remembered… if everything just goes away, if you could be associated with one thing, what would that be?"

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His response was direct and heartfelt as he went on to say the following:

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"If I die… I want to be remembered for courage, for my faith… that would be the most important thing, the most important thing is my faith."

The clip has been widely shared across social media, with many users weighing in on his comments since the announcement of his death. Supporters praised his emphasis on faith and courage, calling it a reflection of his values and commitment to his beliefs. Others noted that the statement underscores the father of two frequently discussed religion and cultural issues.

Charlie, who was the founder of Turning Point USA and a prominent figure in American conservative politics, was also a trusted ally of President Donald Trump. Trump paid tribute to Charlie on Social media, saying:

"The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie."

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Trump added in a video posted online:

"Filled with grief and anger" after the "heinous assassination" of Charlie. The American President vowed to take action against political violence. The manhunt for Charlie's killer is still ongoing.

The 31-year-old media personality was known for his outspoken views on college campuses, his advocacy for free speech, and his emphasis on the role of Christianity in society. While his rhetoric often sparked a debate, the resurfaced clip revealed a more personal side of the commentator, offering a glimpse into what he considers most important beyond politics.

Since it was published on 11 September 2025, the video has continued to circulate, prompting broader conversations online.

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People across the world flooded the post with tributes and messages of support following the death of the American political activist.

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"Lord, may we be as bold as Charlie in our faith."

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Blondiewithbalance stated:

"May we raise up our children to be like Charlie Kirk!"

Kasey KC replied:

"Perfectly said. Millions broken over his loss. Billions more are about to know exactly who he is and what he stood for."

Malupo Queen expressed:

"They couldn’t silence him, so they killed him. Just like Christ. May his legacy live on."

Jenavedisian commented:

"So honest and principled. They may have murdered him, but his voice continues. His courage will never be forgotten."

Watch the video.

Charlie Kirk’s video discussing how he hopes to be remembered gained viral attention after his tragic passing.
Charlie Kirk was tragically shot at Utah Valley University, and a video of how he hoped to be remembered resurfaced online. Image: Andrew Caballero-Reynolds
Source: Getty Images

More stories on American political figure Charlie Kirk

  • Briefly News reported that former U.S. President Barack Obama has called the murder of Charlie Kirk despicable. Obama, the 44th President of the United States, joins numerous public figures in condemning the attack.
  • A debate between an American political activist and a UK student on South Africa's land issues has sparked outrage in Mzansi after the video went viral on social media.
  • While reflecting on their dating days, Charlie Kirk's wife, Erika Frantzve, shared what the American politician had told her.

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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za