A Portland tattoo artist has sparked controversy online with a promotion offering discounted neck tattoos in a specific placement on the anniversary of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's death. The "Kirkiversary Special" was advertised for September 10, with a $50 price tag for tattoos placed in what the artist refers to as the "kirkhole" on the neck.
The promotion was circulated on social media, where it drew widespread attention and criticism. Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed on September 10, 2025, while speaking at Utah Valley University. The artist's advertisement included examples of neck tattoos that could be chosen, with the placement being the key feature.
The promotion was amplified by Libs of TikTok, which accused the artist of using the anniversary to "celebrate his assassination." The post racked up hundreds of thousands of views, with many people commenting on the artist's Instagram post. The account was later set to private, and the artist responded to the backlash with a post that seemed to mock the criticism.
The artist, who goes by the name "blacksctratcher," claimed to be a certified professional with a background in handling bloodborne pathogens. However, the artist did not respond to a follow-up question from Fox News Digital, and Turning Point USA declined to comment on the matter.
The controversy surrounding the promotion highlights the ongoing debate over freedom of speech and the limits of artistic expression. The artist's response to the criticism has been met with further criticism, with some accusing them of being insensitive to the victims of Charlie Kirk's assassination.
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