Erika Kirk shares emotional video of 3-yr-old daughter recognising late father Charlie Kirk outside TPUSA HQ: ‘I see daddy…’
Erika Kirk posted a touching video of her daughter excitedly pointing out her late father, Charlie Kirk, outside the Turning Point USA headquarters.
Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, has shared a touching video of her young daughter lighting up with excitement after spotting a poster of her late father. The bittersweet clip, both heartbreaking and heartwarming, has gone viral across social media, with many viewers expressing sympathy for the family and reflecting on the tragic loss.
For the unversed, Kirk, 31, was fatally sh0t during a Turning Point USA event in Utah this September. His d3ath left the conservative community reeling and forever changed his young family’s life.
Erika Kirk shares an adorable video of daughter reacting to dad Charlie Kirk’s poster
Taking to Instagram on Monday (local time), Erika Kirk shared an emotional video of her three-year-old daughter cheerfully saying her father’s name as they drove past the Turning Point USA headquarters.
In a heartfelt Instagram caption, the former pageant queen reflected on the moment, writing, “Her saying your name, as she witnesses all you’ve built and continue to build, proves that love never di3s—it just changes form. It breathes through our children.” She went on to call their daughter part of Charlie’s lasting legacy, adding, “This is her legacy also. And as she grows up and continues to say your name, I’ll be reminding her that each time, heaven leans in to listen.” Erika ended her message with a moving tribute: “I love you, Charlie baby. I’m so proud of you. We all are so proud of you.”
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Video sparks heartwarming reactions online
The video has touched thousands online, with many calling it a beautiful reminder of enduring love and legacy. “My heart just breaks all over again, and then I get angry,” one user wrote. “This video really drives home the overwhelming weight of the loss… I can’t imagine how his family is feeling. It was bad enough for those of us who barely knew the man,” added another user. “The innocence of a child contrasted with the immense tragedy. I’m still angry. Praying for Erika and all of Charlie’s family always,” a third user posted on X. One stated, “This isn’t politics. It’s love, family, and faith carrying on in the face of unspeakable loss. We’re all standing with you, Erika”
X users react to heartbreaking video of Charlie Kirk’s daughter
More about Charlie Kirk’s d3ath
Charlie Kirk, the co-founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally sh0t on September 10, 2025, while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He is survived by his wife, Erika Kirk, and their two children : a son and a daughter.
Charlie Kirk with wife Erika Kirk and their two kids
The suspected sh00ter, Tyler James Robinson, 22, was arrested on September 12, 2025, a day after the fatal sh00ting of Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA’s event. According to court filings, he faces multiple charges, including aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily injury, and obstruction of justice, after DNA evidence and incriminating messages tied him to the scene. Prosecutors say Robinson believed he was targeting Kirk because of political views he deemed hateful, and they are seeking the d3ath penalty in the case.
rosecutors are seeking d3ath penalty for Charlie Kirk’s sh00ter Tyler Robinson
The sh00ting has divided people online. Many conservatives see Charlie Kirk as a political martyr and blame rising hostility toward right-wing voices, while others argue his d3ath is being used for political purposes.
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