On September 13, 2025, Erika Kirk, the widow of assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk, shared images and video of herself with her late husband’s open casket on her Instagram account. The post, which has since gone viral, showed an emotional Erika Kirk kissing and holding her husband’s hand as he lay in his casket.
Details of the tribute
- The assassination: Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on September 10 while speaking at an event at
Utah Valley University
.
- Erika Kirk’s words: Along with the visuals, Erika Kirk included a caption expressing her grief and anger, while also referencing her Christian faith. In her post, she vowed to continue her husband’s mission: “If they thought my husband’s mission was big now, you have no idea”.
- Public support: High-profile conservative figures have offered condolences and support. Vice President J.D. Vance and his wife Usha accompanied Erika Kirk on Air Force Two as it transported her husband’s casket to Arizona.
- Memorial service:
Turning Point USA
, the organization Kirk co-founded, has announced that a public memorial service will be held on September 21 at
State Farm Stadiumin Glendale, Arizona. Former President Donald Trump is expected to attend.
- Family life: Charlie and Erika Kirk were married in 2021 and had two young children. She is a former Miss Arizona USA and has her own ministry and podcast.
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