Jamie Lee Curtis Sets the Record Straight on Misinterpreted Charlie Kirk Comments

Jamie Lee Curtis recently addressed comments regarding her emotional response to the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. Many interpreted her remarks from a September podcast as supportive of his views, which she has stated are fundamentally opposed to her own.

Clarification on Misinterpreted Comments

In her discussion on Marc Maron’s WTF podcast, Curtis became emotional while reflecting on Kirk’s passing. She acknowledged a deep disagreement with his views, expressing hopes that he felt a connection to his faith at the time of his death.

Mistranslation of Intent

Following the podcast, Curtis spoke with Variety to clarify her statements. She emphasized that her words were “mistranslated,” suggesting that listeners misconstrued her expressions of empathy as an endorsement of Kirk’s beliefs.

“An excerpt of it mistranslated what I was saying as I wished him well, which I wasn’t,” Curtis stated. She discussed the challenges of conveying nuanced opinions in today’s binary world, which often demands absolute positions.

Disagreement with Kirk’s Views

Curtis, who has a trans daughter, has been vocal against Kirk’s anti-trans stance. During her initial podcast interview, she stated, “Even though I find what his ideas were abhorrent to me, I still believe he’s a father and a husband and a man of faith.”

Broader Perspectives

In her interview with Variety, Curtis aimed to broaden the conversation beyond Kirk’s death. She remarked on contemporary issues like the ongoing conflict in Gaza. “I cannot be Jewish and totally believe in Israel’s right to exist and at the same time reject the destruction of Gaza,” she explained.

Through her remarks, Curtis advocated for the acceptance of complex thoughts and the ability to hold contradictory views without facing vilification. She reaffirmed her stance that humanity encompasses a spectrum of beliefs and emotions.