Overview
- In a new interview published by The Hollywood Reporter on Nov. 3, Chenoweth said she has "dealt with it" and will not answer more questions about the episode.
- The controversy stems from her September Instagram condolence after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during a Utah Valley University event on Sept. 10.
- Her comment — noting she was upset and had appreciated some of his perspectives — prompted swift online criticism, particularly from LGBTQ+ fans.
- Days later on NY1, Chenoweth called it a human moment of reflection and said she came to understand her words hurt some people.
- She has emphasized her identity as a Christian and a longtime LGBTQ+ advocate, acknowledging that some perceive those commitments as in tension.