Unapologetic 'conservative' Jenny McCarthy praises Charlie Kirk and more: 'The army has grown'

Show host and activist Jenny McCarthy is no stranger to controversy and doesn’t appear to be slowing down anytime soon.

In a wide-ranging clip shared by Culture Apothecary host Alex Clark, McCarthy briefly touches on her son’s journey with autism, Hollywood, menopause, and the death of conservative crusader Charlie Kirk.

McCarthy became a target years ago after she went public, believing that the MMR vaccine was the catalyst for her young son’s autism. The actress took tremendous heat for sharing her story and warning parents to be careful about what gets injected into their children.

Despite massive backlash, McCarthy hasn’t backed down and has continued to speak her mind. During the clip, she becomes visibly emotional at the mention of Charlie Kirk and credits him for bringing her closer to God. At the end, she unapologetically responds that she’s “conservative” when asked about her political affiliation.

“You know why I feel more confident? Because the army has grown,” she said.

NEW: Actress and activist @JennyMcCarthy discusses Charlie Kirk’s impact on her completely devoting her life to Jesus in new interview on Culture Apothecary pic.twitter.com/WOZMxS6WAn

— Alex Clark (@yoalexrapz) December 12, 2025

McCarthy was praised for her boldness and bravery:

Incredible interview. And good on @JennyMcCarthy for speaking up so passionately about her faith. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

— Oli London (@OliLondonTV) December 12, 2025

That woman was demonized and went through Hell. But SHE WAS RIGHT! She was brave in speaking out. And she repeats her bravery by proclaiming her Christianity and conservatism publicly.

— Jefferson Bailey (@JeffersonBaile6) December 12, 2025

Wow, can so relate to her. It’s so encouraging to see the power women of the 90’s choosing Jesus, MAHA and MAGA.

— The Persuasive Patriot Parent (@PatriotParentUS) December 12, 2025

Wow, to hear this from someone actually inside Hollywood is telling. I hope one day conservatives will finally be able to come out bravely without fear.

— GiannaHaX🇺🇸🦅✨✊🏻✊🏻 (@LovePeaceHippy_) December 12, 2025

@JennyMcCarthy Your book, Louder Than Words, changed everything for me. At the time my son was first diagnosed, no one else was talking about the medical aspects of autism the way you were. You put me on the right path, and my son is better off because of it.

— Jennifer (@ouderkirk11) December 12, 2025

Strong woman. The corrupt principality led drug companies, lobbyists, politicians try to make her look like a nut. All she was doing, was being a loving mom. She actually is one of the reasons years ago I told my brothers and sisters to research more when they had kids

— Gator From Gator Alcatraz (@ljm_scuba) December 12, 2025