Military & Warriors · Mid 20th Century
Robert F. Kennedy’s Last Words
“Is everybody okay?”— Robert F. Kennedy, June 5, 1968
Who Was Robert F. Kennedy?
Robert F. Kennedy was a U.S. Senator and champion of civil rights running for president when he was assassinated.
The Final Moments
RFK was shot by Sirhan Sirhan in the kitchen pantry of the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles.
Are These Words Verified?
Multiple witnesses present in the Ambassador Hotel pantry, including busboy Juan Romero who cradled RFK, reported these words. Well-documented in immediate news coverage and testimony.
Sources
- firsthand Eyewitness Juan Romero interview
- newspaper Contemporary news reports June 1968
- biography RFK: His Words for Our Times
Legacy
RFK's assassination, occurring months after MLK's murder, defined a traumatic year in American history.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Robert F. Kennedy’s last words?
“Is everybody okay?”
How did Robert F. Kennedy die?
Robert F. Kennedy died on June 5, 1968 at the age of 42. Cause of death: Gunshot wounds.
Were Robert F. Kennedy’s last words documented?
Multiple witnesses present in the Ambassador Hotel pantry, including busboy Juan Romero who cradled RFK, reported these words. Well-documented in immediate news coverage and testimony.
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