Death is not the end': US megachurches play AI-generated clip of Charlie Kirk addressing his death

Kirk, who was the founder of conservative non-profit Turning Point USA, was assassinated on October 10 during a debate at Utah Valley University.

Here's a clip from one of the church services — Prestonwood Baptist in TX.

As the pastor, Jack Graham, makes clear, this is not an actual clip of Charlie Kirk. He never said these words. This is an entirely AI-generated fabrication that, nonetheless, garners a standing ovation. https://t.co/JGvX3zNk9G pic.twitter.com/IzJ0IAwCb8

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— Jack Jenkins (@jackmjenkins) September 18, 2025

As part of his memorial, 3 churches played an AI-generated clip of him speaking.

“First, I want you to know, I’m fine. Not because my body is fine, but because my soul is secure in Christ. Death is not the end. It’s a promotion. Don’t waste one second mourning me. I knew the risks of standing up in this cultural moment, and I’d do it all over again,” the AI clip said in Kirk’s voice.

“Second, do not let this violence divide us further. The enemy wants chaos, fear, and retaliation. Don’t give it to them. Instead, double down on truth, double down on courage, double down on your faith and on your families. That is how you honor me.

“Third, remember this: America is worth it. Free speech is worth it. Fighting for the unborn, for families, for sanity in a culture gone mad — it is all worth it.

“So dry your tears, pick up your cross, and get back in the fight. Do it with joy, do it with strength, and never ever let evil think it won.”

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While the church pastors disclosed that the clip was not real and just AI-generated, the clip is portrayed as if Kirk himself is addressing the crowd.

Jack Graham, the pastor at Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas told his congregation that the clip was “created on AI, artificial intelligence, from the words of Charlie Kirk.”

However, while the content of the AI clip was based on Kirk’s Christian faith and political beliefs, these were not words he ever said.

While the origin of the clip is unclear, it was also shown at Dream City Church in Arizona and Awaken Church in San Marcos, California.