The death of Chuck Norris has led many to reflect on the action-movie icon’s life and career. However, a recent piece in Variety uses the moment as an opportunity for grandstanding a political ideology. A piece titled, “Chuck Norris Was a Great Action Star — but Politics May Overshadow His Legacy,” questions if there is something insidious about Norris’s brand of screen hero.
Stephen King made headlines this past week, but not for his writing. The famed horror author found himself at the center of controversy after spreading misinformation about Charlie Kirk in the hours following Kirk’s tragic assassination. Just as the nation was processing the shocking news from Utah, King rushed to social media to falsely accuse Kirk of advocating for the stoning of gay people.
Like many Americans, I find myself reeling after the political assassination of Charlie Kirk. Horrified, for what this means for free speech. When the man who goes around trying to promote civil discourse and healthy public debate is shot for his words, we’ve entered dystopian-level crazy. And to see how many people’s first response is to celebrate the death of the man who would have willingly invited them to the table to talk, I wonder how far gone our society is.
Rosie O’Donnell is no stranger to controversy, especially when it comes to Donald Trump and conservative figures. But her latest social media activity crosses into dangerous territory. Just days after the tragic assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, Rosie O’Donnell chose to amplify a claim that had already been proven false — a claim so inflammatory that even horror author Stephen King, who first spread it, was forced to walk it back and issue an apology.
A Sonic the Hedgehog artist is gaining infamy online for mocking the Charlie Kirk tragedy.
The assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, remains a raw wound in America’s political and cultural landscape. Across the nation, supporters mourned the loss of a conservative leader who had dedicated his life to speaking out on campuses and defending traditional values. But not everyone responded with respect. In fact, some celebrated.
Among those voices was a figure tied to Sega’s flagship family-friendly brand, Sonic the Hedgehog.
DC Comics has confirmed that its relationship with writer Gretchen Felker-Martin, a biological male who identifies as female, is finished. The Red Hood series was cancelled before it could reach a second issue (or a second day in publication…), and the writer has now responded with fresh comments that leave no doubt: there are no regrets.
On September 12, 2025, guests arriving at Walt Disney World were greeted by a somber sight. The American flags across the resort, including the prominent flagpole at Magic Kingdom’s Main Street USA, were flying at half-staff. This move by Disney World comes in accordance with national and state orders to honor Charlie Kirk, the conservative commentator and Turning Point USA founder who was tragically gunned down during a speaking engagement at Utah Valley University earlier this week.
The ripple effects of Charlie Kirk’s tragic killing continue to spread across the media and corporate world. Multiple sources have provided That Park Place with an internal letter sent to all Comcast NBCUniversal employees, authored jointly by Comcast CEO Brian Roberts, Comcast President Mike Cavanagh, and NBCUniversal Chairman Mark Lazarus on the Charlie Kirk tragedy.
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s tragic death, emotions are running high across the country. But while family, friends, and supporters are mourning, some high-profile voices have shown the dangers of rushing to judgment without checking the facts. One of the most prominent cases came from bestselling author Stephen King, who posted a claim on social media about Charlie Kirk that has since been proven false.
In the light of the horrible murder of Charlie Kirk we’re all getting through our feelings about, it is perhaps instructive to note a “bigger picture” issue it brings to the forefront that applies not just to political stories but to EVERY story, event, commentary, or utterance from politicos, office holders, and punditry.
The Bubble People.
I get that they have their views and they are different than mine. I get that expressing their views is part of their job description, whether media or elected official (though maybe the actors and their ilk should just plain shut up and sing/dance/perform). But wow what a bubble they live in that they couldn’t wait a day, a few days, even a week or more to just plain know that shutting up is the best policy at a time of trauma.
Back in December 2021, actor Michael B. Jordan sat down with Bleacher Report’s Taylor Rooks for an interview about his role in Marvel’s Black Panther. The conversation turned to Killmonger, the antagonist Jordan brought to life on the big screen. When asked point-blank whether Killmonger should be considered a villain, Jordan gave an answer that raised eyebrows then—and is now reigniting fierce debate today.
The fallout over a senior Sucker Punch Productions developer mocking the death of Charlie Kirk has escalated. Drew Harrison, who served as a Senior Staff Character Lookdev & Texture Artist on Ghost of Tsushima and the upcoming Ghost of Yotei, now appears to have been fired from the Sony-owned studio.
Comedy Central has reportedly pulled a controversial South Park episode mocking Charlie Kirk from its cable lineup, but the satire is still just a click away for anyone with a Paramount+ subscription.