Charlie Kirk’s father pass away? Viral Robert Kirk death claim debunked

Social media users were left shocked this week after a Facebook post falsely claimed that Robert W. Kirk, father of late conservative activist Charlie Kirk, had passed away. The rumor quickly spread online following a viral post shared on October 4 by a page named Kitten Cuties.

The misleading post alleged that Robert died from “the pain of losing his son Charlie,” who was shot and killed on September 10 during an event at Utah Valley University. It claimed the family suffered another “devastating loss” and that the father “never fully recovered from grief.”

The post also included a collage of AI-generated images, showing Charlie and Robert “embracing in heaven” and a supposed picture of Charlie’s widow, Erika Kirk, holding a framed photo of Robert. These visuals were confirmed to be digitally manipulated, not real photographs.

No Credible Reports Confirm Robert Kirk’s Death

As of October 6, 2025, there are no credible reports from major media outlets or verified family sources confirming the death of Robert Kirk. Neither Erika Kirk nor any member of the Kirk family has made any statement regarding such an incident.

Fact-checkers have verified that the viral post originated from a clickbait page and lacks supporting evidence. It’s another example of AI-generated misinformation targeting public figures and their families for online engagement.

Earlier False Claims About Robert Kirk’s Health

This isn’t the first time rumors have circulated about Robert Kirk. On September 25, another Facebook page called US Star falsely claimed that he had been hospitalized after his health “declined” following Charlie’s death.

In reality, no reputable publication or family associate has shared any update confirming such claims. Earlier, around September 12, an old obituary for a different person named Robert W. Kirk resurfaced online, misleading some users into believing it was Charlie’s father. That too was debunked as an unrelated, outdated post.

The Truth About Charlie Kirk’s Family

Charlie Kirk’s father, Robert W. Kirk, is known to be an architect, while his mother works as a mental health counselor. The family has remained largely private since Charlie’s tragic passing last month.

False reports like these highlight the dangers of AI-generated misinformation spreading unchecked on social media platforms. Always verify such claims through reliable news outlets before sharing.