Bill Maher to appear in Charlie Kirk documentary, remembers loving his interview with the TPUSA leader
Bill Maher announced on his podcast that he will appear in an upcoming documentary about the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. He said he enjoyed his interview with Kirk and liked him as a person, while warning filmmakers not to expect a hagiographic portrayal. Maher also noted that Kirk’s statements have been mischaracterized but he does not view him as a monster.
- ▪Bill Maher confirmed his participation in a documentary about Charlie Kirk on his podcast.
- ▪He recalled enjoying his interview with Kirk and described him as a likable individual.
- ▪Maher told the filmmakers not to expect a hagiography and emphasized a balanced view of Kirk’s statements.
- ▪Kirk, co‑founder of Turning Point USA, was assassinated during a campus event last September, prompting ongoing discussion of his legacy.
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Media Bill Maher to appear in Charlie Kirk documentary, remembers loving his interview with the TPUSA leader Maher said he told filmmakers not to expect 'hagiography' but praised Kirk as someone he liked as a person By Alexander Hall Fox News Published June 9, 2026 8:00pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Bill Maher reveals he will be featured in Charlie Kirk documentary Talk show host Bill Maher revealed on his podcast that he will be featured in an upcoming documentary about the late Charlie Kirk, noting that while they had differences, he ultimately enjoyed chatting with him.
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