Phil Mickelson explodes at sick online support for Tyler Robinson after Charlie Kirk assassination in Utah

Phil Mickelson, the 55-year-old golf legend, has spoken out after the shocking murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. On September 10, 2025, Kirk, 31, was shot while giving a speech at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.

The accused gunman, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, was arrested after a 33-hour manhunt. Mickelson took to X, saying that some people defending Robinson’s actions were spreading “disgusting rhetoric.” He said seeing people support violence has shaken his belief in humanity.

Phil Mickelson calls out online reactions to Charlie Kirk’s killing

Phil Mickelson wrote on X that “the assassination of Charlie Kirk is bringing out some of the best in humanity and it’s also exposing some of the worst.” He praised the outpouring of love and unity for Kirk’s family but turned his anger toward those excusing Robinson’s actions.

He pointed to several online posts, including one teacher accused of writing that “the world is better off without” Kirk. He also highlighted comments from Durham, North Carolina’s police chief, who criticised Kirk’s rhetoric. Phil Mickelson said the number of people supporting Robinson’s behavior revealed a dangerous form of extremism.

“The number of people supporting Tyler Robinson’s appalling behavior has opened my eyes to a side of extremism with a moral superiority complex,” he wrote.

Billionaire X owner Elon Musk supported Mickelson’s words, adding that those cheering Kirk’s death “will be held accountable.” Many of Phil Mickelson’s followers also agreed, saying that celebrating murder was unacceptable. Others, however, accused him of hypocrisy for taking millions to join LIV Golf, which is funded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.

Critics reminded him of his past comments about Saudi Arabia’s role in journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s 2018 murder.

Charlie Kirk’s death and arrest of Tyler Robinson in Utah

Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, was known for his strong conservative views. On September 10, 2025, while speaking during his “American Comeback Tour” at Utah Valley University, he was shot in the neck. Witnesses said the attack created chaos as students ran for cover.Also Read: Serena Williams Reveals Breakup Secret That Made Her Unbeatable As Venus Williams Reacts In New PodcastTyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Utah, was identified as the suspect. His family later told police that before the attack, Robinson spoke about disliking Charlie Kirk and described him as “spreading hate.” Robinson’s father eventually turned him in, leading to his arrest after a long manhunt.Tyler Robinson now faces charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice, and firing a weapon causing serious injury. Utah Governor Spencer Cox confirmed in a press conference that Tyler Robinson’s own family raised red flags about his behavior before the crime.