Ava Raine, daughter of actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, has drawn both criticism and support following her social media post about the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, died on September 10, 2025, at the age of 31.
Raine, a 23-year-old professional wrestler known as Ava, posted on X (formerly Twitter): “If you want people to have kind words when you pass, you should say kind words while you’re alive.”
The comment appeared to reference Kirk’s history of polarizing statements on issues such as gun rights, race, and LGBTQ+ policies, and critics argue it was insensitive given the timing of his death.
Supporters of Raine defended her post, saying it was a call for accountability rather than a personal attack. They highlighted that she did not celebrate Kirk’s passing but encouraged reflection on how public figures conduct themselves, framing her statement as part of broader discussions on civility and free speech.
Critics, including Kirk’s followers, viewed the remark as disrespectful. Some accused Raine of exploiting the situation to criticize him and reportedly sent online threats, prompting Raine to restrict comments on her account.
The incident has sparked wider debate about social media discourse and how public figures respond to high-profile deaths. As of September 15, 2025, Raine has not issued further statements, and Dwayne Johnson has not publicly commented on the matter.
