Former Vanderpump Rules star Katie Maloney addressed the backlash she received for comments she made about the murder of Charlie Kirk.
For context:
The VPR alum took to her Instagram story to share a message. “We do not celebrate violence. But we also do not mourn monsters.”
“Two things can and do co-exist. The absence of mourning does not imply the presence of celebration.”
Also in her Insta story, Katie shared a post that pointed out that there have been “at least 100 shootings at schools in 2025.”
After a litany of heat from fans and critics, Katie clarified her intention.
Katie’s second statement:
“I am not celebrating Charlie Kirk’s death, nor do I believe he deserved to be assassinated. We should settle our differences with discussion, not with violence.”
“I take no joy in Charlie Kirk’s death.”
“Just as I grieve for the parents who lose children in school shootings, I grieve for Charlie Kirk’s children and wife. I am sorry if anyone feels hurt by what I said.”
Gun violence is an American tragedy. So is our inability to disagree with civility. Going forward, I hope to be a part of the solution to both problems.
Here’s Katie’s full statement …
