History of Erika Kirk in Timeline

Erika Lane Kirk is an American businesswoman who serves as the chairwoman and CEO of Turning Point USA (TPUSA). She assumed the role after the assassination of her husband, Charlie Kirk, the organization's co-founder and former leader, in September 2025. She is involved in leading a conservative organization. Her appointment as CEO reflects her leadership in the conservative movement.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education

November 20, 1988: Erika Kirk's Birth

On November 20, 1988, Erika Lane Kirk, née Frantzve, was born.

2006: Establishment of Everyday Heroes Like You

In 2006, Erika Kirk established Everyday Heroes Like You, a 501(c)(3) organization.

2007: Basketball at Regis University

In 2007, Erika Kirk played basketball at Regis University in Denver, Colorado.

2012: Miss Arizona USA and Miss USA Participation

In 2012, Erika Kirk participated in and won the Miss Arizona USA pageant on her 23rd birthday and represented Arizona in Miss USA, but did not place.

2019: Start of Relationship with Charlie Kirk

In 2019, Erika Kirk and Charlie Kirk started dating in New York City.

2019: Launching of Midweek Rise Up Podcast and Appearance on Summer House

In 2019, Erika Kirk launched the podcast Midweek Rise Up. She also appeared on the reality television series Summer House that year.

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December 2020: Engagement to Charlie Kirk

In December 2020, Erika Kirk and Charlie Kirk became engaged.

May 8, 2021: Marriage to Charlie Kirk

On May 8, 2021, Erika Kirk married Charlie Kirk in Scottsdale. TPUSA funded a wedding reception at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess hotel.

2021: Marriage to Charlie Kirk

In 2021, Erika Kirk married Charlie Kirk after dating for two years.

2022: Birth of Daughter

In 2022, Erika and Charlie Kirk had their first child, a daughter.

2024: Birth of Son

In 2024, Erika and Charlie Kirk had their second child, a son.

September 10, 2025: Charlie Kirk's Assassination

On September 10, 2025, Charlie Kirk was assassinated while speaking at Utah Valley University. Erika Kirk gave an address from TPUSA headquarters, pledging to continue his work.

September 2025: Charlie Kirk's Assassination and Erika's Succession

In September 2025, Charlie Kirk, Erika's husband, was assassinated. Following his death, Erika Kirk was appointed as chairwoman and CEO of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), the organization her husband co-founded.

2025: Career and Leadership Roles

As of 2025, Erika Kirk is the CEO of Proclaim Streetwear (Proclaim365) and BIBLEin365, and works as a real estate agent at the Corcoran Group in New York City. Following the death of her husband, Charlie Kirk, she became CEO and chair of Turning Point USA (TPUSA).