Inside the Panic: Kerry Kennedy Shielded While RFK Jr. Is Rushed Out During White House Dinner Shooting

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News (1 / 1) 26.04.2026 15:56 / Frank

Chaos erupted at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when gunfire outside the ballroom sent guests scrambling and agents rushing in — and two famous Kennedys found themselves at the center of the confusion. Read on to discover the full story!

Immediate chaos

As shots were reported, attendees dropped to the floor and Secret Service and law enforcement moved through the Washington Hilton to extract protectees. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., 72, was seen limping as he was escorted out; his spokesperson later said he is fine. His wife, actress Cheryl Hines, 60, posted a video describing their surreal evacuation.