TMZ has issued an apology after raucous laughter was heard during its livestream — just as Charlie Kirk’s death was confirmed .

Clips from the livestream went viral on social media, with many, including political activist Laura Loomer, condemning the website for its “shameful and disgusting behaviour.”

Loomer shared the clip on X before it could be deleted, and slammed TMZ for cheering.

“Shame on them. Charlie is a husband and a father. He was murdered in cold blood,” she seethed.

DISGUSTING:

During the @TMZ livestream today, employees at TMZ could be heard CHEERING 30 seconds before @charliekirk11 ’s death was announced on the TMZ livestream. They were happy to hear the news of Charlie Kirk’s death and can be heard clapping and cheering before passing the… pic.twitter.com/gqtQ

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