Multitudes gathered to memorialise 31-year-old right-wing activist Charlie Kirk after his assassination at Utah Valley University on September 10th. The event took place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, and featured several notable guests. These ten celebrities were in attendedance at Charlie Kirk’s memorial on September 21st.
President Donald Trump
President Trump was the headline speaker at Charlie Kirk’s memorial service in Arizona. The US president was accompanied by his sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, as well as his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, and his son-in-law, Jared Kushner.
Elon Musk
Elon Musk was also in attendance at the memorial for the Turning Point USA co-founder. The Tesla billionaire even posted on X about the event: “Every seat in this giant arena that isn’t roped off for security is packed to the ceiling. Honored to be here.”
Benny Johnson
Benny Johnson was asked to share at the memorial service on Sunday. In his speech, the American right-wing political commentator and YouTuber referred to Kirk as “a martyr” and stated that “His power will only grow” following his death.
Brandon Lake
Brandon Lake shared a heartfelt performance of his hit song, Gratitude, at State Farm Stadium. The Christian musician was among the singers asked to perform for the event.
Chris Tomlin
Grammy-winning Christian artist Chris Tomlin also took the stage on Sunday. The East Texas singer performed his song, Holy Forever during the memorial service.
Cody Carnes and Kari Jobe Carnes
Another two Christian artists invited to take the stage at the memorial service were Cody Carnes and his wife, Kari Jobe. The two sang The Blessing to tens of thousands in attendance.
Jason and Brittany Aldean
Country singer Jason Aldean attended the memorial service on Sunday with his wife, Brittany Aldean (a former NBA cheerleader for the Charlotte Bobcats). Jason wrote a moving Instagram message days before the memorial, remembering the few times he had the opportunity to speak with Kirk and sending “thoughts and prayers” to his wife and family.
Lee Greenwood
Country singer Lee Greenwood was offered the chance to perform his song God Bless The U.S.A. at Charlie Kirk’s memorial service. The former Member of the United States National Council on the Arts has long been a favourite of President Trump.
Steve Amerson
Studio singer and musician Steve Amerson performed the national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner, at Charlie Kirk’s memorial on Sunday. Amerson has lent his voice to numerous high-profile feature films over the years.
Tucker Carlson
American conservative political commentator Tucker Carlson also shared a speech at the memorial service. The political talk show host remembered Kirk as a man who had “No hate in his heart” and someone who was “bringing the gospel to the country.”
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