Early Life and Education of Erika Kirk: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Erika Kirk. From birth to education, explore key events.

Erika Lane Kirk is an American businesswoman, nonprofit executive, and podcaster. She is the chairwoman and CEO of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), a conservative organization. She assumed leadership of TPUSA after the assassination of her husband and co-founder of TPUSA, Charlie Kirk, in September 2025.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education

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 the 2007-08 season, Erika Kirk played basketball at Regis University.

2012: Miss Arizona USA win

In 2012, Erika Kirk won Miss Arizona USA and participated in Miss USA 2012.

2012: Miss Arizona USA win and Miss USA Participation

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

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

In 2019, Erika Kirk launched the 'Midweek Rise Up' podcast. Also in 2019, she appeared on the reality television series 'Summer House'.

December 2020: Engagement to Charlie Kirk

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

May 8, 2021: Wedding 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, coinciding with the organization's ninth anniversary.

2021: Marriage to Charlie Kirk

In 2021, Erika Kirk married Charlie Kirk.

2022: Birth of Daughter

In 2022, Erika Kirk and Charlie Kirk had a daughter.

2024: Birth of Son

In 2024, Erika Kirk and Charlie Kirk had a son.

September 10, 2025: Assassination of Charlie Kirk and Erika's Response

On September 10, 2025, Charlie Kirk was assassinated while speaking at Utah Valley University during his American Comeback tour. Erika Kirk gave a widely reported address from TPUSA headquarters, pledging to continue her husband's work.

September 2025: Succession as CEO of TPUSA

In September 2025, Erika Kirk became the chairwoman and CEO of Turning Point USA (TPUSA) following the assassination of her husband, Charlie Kirk. She was appointed as his successor after his death.

2025: Doctorate studies at Liberty University

As of 2025, Erika Kirk is studying for a doctorate in biblical studies at Liberty University.

2025: Career as a Real Estate Agent and CEO of TPUSA

As of 2025, Erika Kirk works as a real estate agent at the Corcoran Group in New York City. Additionally, after the assassination of her husband, Charlie Kirk, in 2025, she took over as CEO and chair of the board of Turning Point USA (TPUSA).