URGENT UPDATE: Ava Raine, the 24-year-old WWE wrestler and daughter of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, is facing intense backlash after her comments regarding the murder of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. Following the shocking news of Kirk’s death on September 27, 2023, Raine took to social media to express her views, stating, “If you want people to have kind words when you pass, you should say kind words when you’re alive.”
Raine’s statement has ignited a wave of harassment from Kirk’s supporters, with many attacking her online for her remarks. One user on X (formerly Twitter) wrote, “Here’s another piece of s—, Ava Raine Johnson. She has no idea what good Christian values are.” Another called for her immediate termination from WWE, saying, “Absolutely disgusting and pathetic human being.”
The controversy erupted after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at a political event in Utah, an incident that Governor Spencer Cox labeled a political assassination. Critics are now drawing parallels between Kirk’s death and the broader conversation about political violence in the U.S.
While many condemn the act of violence against Kirk, some, including Reverend Howard-John Wesley from Alfred Street Baptist Church, have expressed mixed feelings. In a recent statement, he remarked, “Charlie Kirk did not deserve to be assassinated, but I’m overwhelmed seeing the flags of the United States of America at half-staff for a man who was an unapologetic racist.” He emphasized that one’s death does not absolve their past actions, stating, “You do not become a hero in your death when you are a weapon of the enemy in your life.”
Raine’s comments come amid a national dialogue about the implications of free speech and the responsibility that comes with it. Following Kirk’s assassination, several individuals have lost their jobs for making insensitive comments about the tragedy. The backlash against Raine suggests that she could be the next target as tensions rise within the political landscape.
The emotional toll of this situation extends beyond Raine and Kirk, as it raises questions about the safety of public figures and the state of discourse in America. As authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding Kirk’s death, the nation watches closely, pondering the implications for political speech and the potential for further violence.
The fallout from this incident continues to develop, and it is crucial to monitor how both Raine and Kirk’s supporters navigate this charged environment. As the situation evolves, more reactions and responses are expected from various corners of the political spectrum.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
