On June 8, longtime Fox News contributor Charles Krauthammer noted in The Washington Post that recent tests had revealed that the cancer in his abdomen had returned. “I leave this life with no regrets,” he wrote.
Krauthammer passed away Thursday at the age of 68.
BREAKING NEWS: Charles Krauthammer, Pulitzer Prize winner and longtime Fox News contributor, dead at 68. https://t.co/xCL2PcxoFn pic.twitter.com/4oE4rtCTdl
— Fox News (@FoxNews) June 21, 2018
Terribly sad news. The great Charles Krauthammer has died.
— Brit Hume (@brithume) June 21, 2018
We are all deeply saddened by this news. Our prayers are with his wife and son— https://t.co/EItJ83ehSV
— Special Report Team (@SpecialReport) June 21, 2018
A remarkable man, whom we all shall miss. #RIP https://t.co/5S25bOWtEl
— James Woods (@RealJamesWoods) June 21, 2018
#RIP, Dr. @krauthammer. What a loss.
— Guy Benson (@guypbenson) June 21, 2018
The great Charles Krauthammer has died. We’ve lost a national treasure.
— Megyn Kelly (@megynkelly) June 21, 2018
Charles Krauthammer was a man of extraordinary intellect. Truly one of a kind. The conservative movement & the nation will miss his incredible insight, especially in times such as these. We offer our deepest condolences to his family. May he Rest In Peace https://t.co/ebuAYGZhND
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) June 21, 2018
Very sad to hear about Charles Krauthammer…he once told me that he did not fear death but did regret that he would not be around to find out how everything turned out. Everyone loved Charles and for good reason – a very decent man.
— Greta Van Susteren (@greta) June 21, 2018
There will never be another Dr. @krauthammer – never. His brilliance, humor and kindness brightened the lives of everyone who was blessed enough to cross his path. He challenged me, inspired me and I find it hard to believe he's gone. #RIP My Dear Friend – I'm better bc of you
— Shannon Bream (@ShannonBream) June 21, 2018
A loss of wisdom and talent…RIP Charles Krauthammer ?@krauthammer
— Archive: Ambassador Nikki Haley (@AmbNikkiHaley) June 21, 2018
Everyone at @FoxNews is saddened to report that our dear friend – a giant of our industry- Charles Krauthammer has passed away.
— John Roberts (@johnrobertsFox) June 21, 2018
I was so privileged to have had Charles Krauthammer as a colleague and friend. He touched every person in the place with his warmth & generosity
— HowardKurtz (@HowardKurtz) June 21, 2018
I've never had a better colleague than Charles Krauthammer – a role model, a mentor and a friend. Brilliant, thoughtful, gracious, generous and hilarious. I'm grateful beyond words for the time I had with him. RIP, Charles.
— Stephen Hayes (@stephenfhayes) June 21, 2018
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#RIP, @krauthammer, one of the smartest people I’ve had the honor of meeting in this business. You inspired me and so many others. Your intellect and wisdom will never be forgotten. ?
— Jedediah Bila (@JedediahBila) June 21, 2018
very sad to report the death of Charles Krauthammer – award winning journalist and a courageous, caring man
— Judy Woodruff (@JudyWoodruff) June 21, 2018
RIP Charles Krauthammer. He made the country a better place.
— Tiana Lowe (@TianaTheFirst) June 21, 2018
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I join the many who are saddened to learn of the passing of Pulitzer Prize winner Charles Krauthammer. I never met him, but I always enjoyed and appreciated his deep intellect. RIP
— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) June 21, 2018
Many of us in political media stand on the shoulders of giants.
Charles Krauthammer was one of the tallest. R.I.P.https://t.co/Sf3R2sINCm
— Frank Luntz (@FrankLuntz) June 21, 2018
We love you, Charles @krauthammer. We miss you already. It was such a blessing to work with you all of these years. You and your family remain in my thoughts and prayers. #RIP
— Mike Emanuel ?? (@MikeEmanuelFox) June 21, 2018
RIP Charles Krauthammer. No greater master of the form.
— Ross Douthat (@DouthatNYT) June 21, 2018
I’m so grateful to Charles Krauthammer for his generosity to our country and to conservatism—generosity of intellect, wisdom, time and courage. His words have left a legacy that will be treasured by generations to come.
— Allie Beth Stuckey (@conservmillen) June 21, 2018
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Gutted by this news. The greatest political commentator of my generation – a true conservative icon. I will miss him and his commentary terribly. Sending the entire Krauthammer family my strength and prayers. https://t.co/zWpZNOHGea
— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) June 21, 2018
We have lost a great mind, a great conservative and a great American. I, like millions of Americans, will miss the wit and wisdom of Charles Krauthammer.
— Senator Pat Toomey (@SenToomey) June 21, 2018
Praying for the family of Charles Krauthammer. He was an intellectual giant loved and respected by all. His legacy lives on and my heart is with his family and friends this evening.
— Kayleigh McEnany (@kayleighmcenany) June 21, 2018
O God, be good to Charles Krauthammer! What a beautiful man. He was kind when he didn't have to be, because he was good.
— Kathryn Jean Lopez (@kathrynlopez) June 21, 2018
One of America’s greatest, Charles Krauthammer, has passed away. No matter what challenge life threw at him, he fought back even harder. A genius communicator, yet humble and kind. He will be so missed throughout this entire country. I hope his life inspires us all to be our best
— Abby Huntsman (@HuntsmanAbby) June 21, 2018
RIP Charles Krauthammer – my former Fox News colleague. He was such a smart, even keeled man. I will forever admire him and his work.
— Tamara Holder (@tamaraholder) June 21, 2018
Conservatism has lost a true warrior and giant. My heart breaks for his family, friends, colleagues, and fans.
Charles Krauthammer gave so much to this world. May he rest in peace. https://t.co/5bEl5wDYmK
— Joe Walsh (@WalshFreedom) June 21, 2018
I recall Krauthammer's words in his farewell letter: "I leave this life with no regrets. It was a wonderful life." RIP
— HowardKurtz (@HowardKurtz) June 21, 2018
R.I.P. good friend. I am sure you will be owning the panel discussion in heaven as well. And we’ll make sure your wise words and thoughts – your legacy – will live on here @krauthammer
— Bret Baier (@BretBaier) June 21, 2018