PUCRS cancels Peninha's performance after Charlie Kirk's celebration

The Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS) canceled the presentation of journalist and writer Eduardo Bueno, known as Peninha, after the negative repercussion of his statements about the death of North American activist Charlie Kirk.

The show “Brazil: Capital Sin” , which was scheduled for September 14 at the Ir. Norberto Rauch Hall of Acts, in Porto Alegre, would tell the story of the three Brazilian capitals — Salvador, Rio de Janeiro and Brasília — discussing how the construction of national power has always been linked to schemes, embezzlement and overbilling.

The decision was made after a video went viral on social media, in which Peninha stated that it's "terrible for an activist to be killed for their ideas, except when it's Charlie Kirk" and, mockingly, commented that the death would have been "good for his daughters." The celebration of the assassination sparked strong reactions.

In an official statement, PUCRS emphasized that the activity was not part of the university's institutional program and that it would be hosted by third parties in a space designated for event rental. The institution stated that the rental agreement had been terminated and added: "PUCRS repudiates any manifestation contrary to human life and dignity. Such a stance is inconsistent with our culture or our institutional values."

Peninha suggests attack on Elon Musk's house

Porto Alegre councilman Ramiro Rosário accused Bueno of hate speech, contacted the US consulate, and stated that the incident could have diplomatic repercussions. After the cancellation was confirmed, Rosário wrote on X that PUCRS's cancellation of the contract was a necessary response given the severity of the remarks.

The congressman even mentioned Bueno's daughter, who lives in the US, and said he had alerted the consulate about "the threat to the security of Brazilians and Americans with these statements." State Representative Felipe Camozzato also joined the accusations.

In the first post, Peninha stated that her daughter lives in Austin, Texas, near one of her homes, and hinted that an attack could occur. 'My daughter is living in Texas. Can you believe my daughter is in Austin and lives near one of Elon Musk's homes? I don't know what she'll do there. If an attack happens... [laughs].'

Influencers tagged the South African billionaire online, warning of the possibility. 'Influencer Leonardo Rischel posted on X: "Hello, @elonmusk, this is extremely serious and directly concerns your personal safety. I hope this is a false threat — but we can't be sure."

Peninha's video was taken down by social media after going viral. The historian even made a second post mocking the takedown, saying that "we are in a dictatorship" and reaffirming that the right "can" exist, but not the far right and "despicable people" like Kirk.