Bill Maher to Appear in Charlie Kirk Documentary

Talk show host Bill Maher announced on Monday his participation in a documentary about the late conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk. Speaking with comedian Jeff Dunham on ‘Club Random,’ Maher shared fond memories of his past interview with Kirk.

Kirk, assassinated during a campus event last September, was known for his willingness to engage in debates across political lines. Dunham commended Maher’s interview with Kirk as particularly impactful, to which Maher agreed, expressing his enjoyment in hosting the conversation.

Maher said, “By the way they’re doing a documentary and they asked if I would be in it. I said yes. I’m giving them five minutes after my taping Friday night because – and I told them, ‘Don’t expect me to be just saying you know, hagiography about Charlie.’ I liked him as a person. I’m glad I talked to him.”

Maher has often criticized Democrats for their reluctance to engage with opposing views, criticizing even more moderate figures like himself. While Kirk’s death led some to spotlight his controversial statements, Maher clarified that they did not define him as a ‘monster.’

“I do not think he was a monster,” Maher stated. “And if you look at his statements, I’ve read them in full – of course because everybody is only interested in getting points for their team. They mischaracterized them. Even when accurately characterized, I still disagreed, but it wasn’t what they presented.”

Maher expressed disdain towards Democrats like the Clintons and Kamala Harris, accusing them of avoiding forums where they are not ‘pre-adoRed.’ He applauded Kirk for promoting dialogue, despite his controversial status as a martyr for free speech.

Maher underscored his belief in dialogue by stating, “Again, it’s always in the middle. It wasn’t as bad as they said, but I still disagree.” Dunham appreciated Maher’s approach to open discussion and his effort to listen, which he described as a ‘great discussion.’

Maher concluded with his belief, “My little motto here is everybody’s a monster [until] you talk to them.” He highlighted several famous conservatives he has engaged with on his show.

Maher criticized many Democrats, pointing out their unwillingness to converse with their opponents, asserting that Republicans are more open to dialogue.

Alexander Hall, an associate editor for Fox News Digital, provided the report. Story tips can be sent to [email protected].