British political figure Nigel Farage paid tribute to Charlie Kirk on the first anniversary of the American conservative activist’s assassination, describing him as a remarkable advocate for free speech and a truly extraordinary man. According to Breitbart, Farage shared his statement on social media on Thursday, marking one year since Kirk’s death by an assassin’s bullet in 2025.
In his remarks, Farage said his thoughts were with Erika Kirk, Charlie Kirk’s wider family, and all those who continue to mourn the slain political leader. He described the occasion as a painful reminder of the consequences of political violence, writing of the horrific murder of my friend Charlie Kirk.
Farage, the Brexit pioneer who now leads Reform UK, noted that Kirk had been a friend to Britain and believed the country would become great again. The full statement released by Farage read: He was such a remarkable advocate for free speech, his Christian faith, and for Western civilisation. He made a long lasting impact on America and the world in such a short time. He was truly an extraordinary man, and we were all blessed to know him.
The two men had appeared together publicly on several occasions, including at the launch of Turning Point UK in London. Farage also participated in an Andrew Breitbart memorial panel alongside Breitbart News Editor-in-Chief Alex Marlow.
When Kirk was killed, Farage delivered a tribute in Britain’s Parliament that was noted at the time for its emotional weight. In those remarks, he described Kirk as an American, a Christian, a conservative, and a family man who had been gunned down. He noted that Kirk had attracted millions of young American followers and had been building a growing online presence in the United Kingdom, particularly after speaking at the Oxford Union the previous month.
In that parliamentary tribute, Farage called on people across the political spectrum to behave with personal responsibility, regardless of how passionately they felt about their beliefs, and said he mourned the loss of his friend.
A Climate of Threats
Farage’s anniversary tribute comes amid ongoing concerns about political violence and threats directed at him personally. According to Breitbart, Farage has faced constant death threats, and a recent attack resulted in the death of another Farage ally, British conservative lawmaker Ann Widdecombe, who was killed by hammer blows to the head.
The first anniversary also arrives against the backdrop of online incitement that followed Kirk’s killing. In the immediate aftermath of the assassination, Farage became the focus of a social media campaign that declared do Nigel next, according to Breitbart. Despite what the outlet describes as real concern about a copycat attack, the British government reduced its funding allocation for police protection for Farage shortly after Kirk’s death, a decision that prompted warnings about stochastic terrorism.
Kirk’s assassination in 2025 shocked many across the political world, given his prominent role as a conservative organizer and public speaker. His death prompted tributes from allies internationally, including Farage, who had developed a close friendship with him through shared appearances and ideological alignment.
Source: www.breitbart.com — https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/09/10/farage-shares-tribute-to-truly-extraordinary-charlie-kirk/