Minneapolis, Minnesota — Comedian Rosie O’Donnell has expressed regret for her inaccurate statements regarding the shooter involved in last week’s tragic incident at a Catholic church, where two children lost their lives and multiple others were injured. O’Donnell’s comments, made shortly after the shooting, sparked considerable backlash on social media.

In a video posted on her platform, O’Donnell attributed the crime to a “white guy, Republican, MAGA person,” and suggested a connection to white supremacy. However, these claims have since been proven unfounded. The actual details surrounding the incident remain under investigation, and no evidence has emerged to support her assertions.

On Sunday, O’Donnell addressed the controversy in another video, acknowledging her failure to verify the facts before speaking. She described her previous remarks as an “emotional statement” and admitted to not exercising proper judgment in her haste to comment on the tragedy.

“I knew many of you were upset about the video I published before my brief time away,” she said. O’Donnell noted that she hadn’t been able to review the responses until recently, adding, “You were right. I didn’t do my due diligence before making those claims.”

She further explained her thought process, revealing that she assumed the shooter would conform to a typical profile often seen in such cases. “I assumed, like most shooters, that they would follow a standard MO and hold common beliefs associated with gun culture,” she stated. “The reality is, I made a mistake, and when you do that, you must own up to it. This is my apology, and I sincerely hope it suffices.”

In the wake of her remarks, many social media users expressed their disappointment, calling for more responsible discourse, especially concerning sensitive events involving loss of life. O’Donnell’s experience serves as a reminder of the importance of accuracy and accountability in the public conversation surrounding violence and tragedy.

The incident in Minneapolis has also reignited discussions about gun violence in America, as tragedies like this continue to provoke widespread anger and calls for reform. As authorities investigate the events of that day, the focus remains on the victims and the larger implications for communities grappling with the aftermath of such violence.