Overview

• Chenoweth told NY1 she had “a human moment of reflection” and said she came to understand her comment “hurt some folks,” adding that realization “hurt” her.
• In the interview, she reaffirmed that she is a Christian and an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, responding “Mixed? You’re being kind” when told reactions were mixed.
• Her original Instagram message read, “I’m. So. Upset. Didn’t always agree but appreciated some perspectives. What a heartbreak. His young family. I know where he is now. Heaven. But still.”
• Kirk, 31, was fatally shot on Sept. 10 during a Utah Valley University event, and Utah resident Tyler Robinson, 22, has been charged in the killing.
• Chenoweth is preparing her Broadway return as star and producer of The Queen of Versailles at the St. James Theatre, with previews beginning Oct. 8 and opening night set for Nov. 9.