TMZ Faces Backlash Over Laughter During Charlie Kirk Coverage

During TMZ’s breaking news livestream, anchors Harvey Levin and Charles Latibeaudiere sat at the newsroom desk to deliver the heartbreaking announcement. Their words carried the somber weight of tragedy—but the moment was overshadowed when applause and laughter echoed from off-camera.

Viewers reacted instantly. Many believed TMZ staff were mocking Kirk’s death, treating the moment with shocking insensitivity.

One X (formerly Twitter) user wrote:
“During today’s TMZ livestream, employees were heard cheering, clapping, and celebrating just 30 seconds before announcing Charlie Kirk’s death.”

Another accused the outlet of treating Kirk’s assassination “like it was some kind of sick joke.”

Prominent conservative commentator Laura Loomer did not hold back either, calling the incident “shameful and disgusting.” She reminded TMZ’s audience that Kirk was a husband and father, and that mocking his death was beyond unacceptable.

Within hours, the clip had gone viral. Hashtags calling out media responsibility and demanding accountability from TMZ spread rapidly.

TMZ Responds to the Controversy

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