Chilling Detail Emerges in Charlie Kirk Assassination: Suspect Bragged About Wordle Score 55 Minutes Before Fatal Shot

OREM, Utah — In a revelation that underscores the eerie normalcy preceding one of the most shocking political assassinations in recent U.S. history, accused shooter Tyler James Robinson was casually boasting about his performance in the popular online word game Wordle just 55 minutes before allegedly firing the single bullet that killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

The detail, uncovered in a comprehensive Washington Post investigation published on December 17, 2025, paints a portrait of compartmentalization in the 22-year-old suspect's final hours before the September 10 attack at Utah Valley University. At 11:28 a.m. that day, Robinson messaged a friend on Discord, celebrating that he had guessed the day's Wordle—"pouty"—in only three tries, accompanied by a celebratory meme.

Less than an hour later, prosecutors allege, Robinson positioned himself on the rooftop of a nearby building overlooking the campus courtyard where Kirk, the 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA, was hosting a "Prove Me Wrong" debate event. Around 12:23 p.m., as Kirk fielded questions from students—including one pressing him on transgender issues and mass shootings—a high-powered rifle shot rang out. Kirk was struck in the neck and pronounced dead at a local hospital shortly after.

The Post's examination of Robinson's digital trail, based on interviews with over 20 acquaintances and hundreds of reviewed messages, reveals that the suspect showed no outward signs of distress in the lead-up to the shooting. Friends described routine interactions: attending parties, exchanging gaming scores, and casual online chats. One friend, who regularly swapped Wordle results with Robinson several times a week, recalled nothing unusual that morning.

Eighty minutes after the fatal shot, Robinson returned to the same Discord chat with his Wordle companion, eagerly asking, "You see this news?????" He followed up with details: "Utah gets a national headline for the first time in a while and it's someone sliming Charlie Kirk," adding that Kirk was "reported dead, and the footage looks BAD."

Later that day, Robinson joined a voice chat with other friends, discussing the incident in a detached manner, according to anonymous sources quoted by the Post. Prosecutors allege he later confessed in messages to his roommate and partner, writing, "I had enough of his hatred. Some hate can’t be negotiated out," and noting he had planned the attack for over a week.

Robinson, a former electrical apprenticeship student from Washington, Utah, surrendered to authorities the following day after his parents recognized him in surveillance images. He faces aggravated murder charges, with Utah prosecutors seeking the death penalty. Court documents describe the killing as targeted political violence, though officials have not publicly tied Robinson to organized extremist groups.

The Wordle exchange has struck investigators and observers as a stark illustration of the suspect's calm demeanor. As one legal analyst noted in commentary on the report, it undermines potential defenses centered on sudden rage, highlighting instead a calculated act.

The assassination of Kirk, a prominent Trump ally known for mobilizing young conservatives, sent shockwaves through American politics, prompting vigils, condemnations of violence from both sides, and heated debates over rhetoric and radicalization. Ongoing court proceedings, including disputes over media access and potential conflicts of interest, continue in Provo's 4th District Court.

As the case unfolds, this mundane gaming brag serves as a haunting reminder of how ordinary routines can mask extraordinary intent. 17GEN4.com