Charlie Kirk’s memorial service was held on September 21, 2025, at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Doors opened at 8 am local time, with the formal program starting at 11 am. The service was open to the public and free to attend, with registration required through the official website.
Notable speakers included President Donald Trump who hailed Kirk as “a giant of his generation” and “a great American hero”, Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio
Other notable figures at the Memorial were Tulsi Gabbard, Donald Trump Jr., Tucker Carlson, Stephen Miller, and Sergio Gor. The service was livestreamed through Kirk’s Rumble account, starting at 11 am ET (8:30 pm IST), and also covered by various news outlets, including Fox and CBS affiliates.
Donald Trump praised Charlie Kirk, a slain right-wing activist, as “a giant of his generation” and “a great American hero” during the memorial service. Kirk, 31, was shot dead on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University. Trump described Kirk’s death as a tragic loss, saying he was “violently killed because he spoke for freedom and justice, for God and country”.
Trump hailed Charlie Kirk as “a devoted husband, father, son, Christian, and patriot”.
Trump vowed to take action against left-wing violence and designate Antifa as a major terrorist organization.
Trump also teased an announcement about autism, claiming “we think we found an answer to autism”.
Erika Kirk the wife of the fallen Charlie Kirk gave a speech at her husband Charlie Kirk’s memorial service. It was a heartfelt tribute that highlighted his devotion to their family, faith, and country. Erika extended forgiveness to Tyler Robinson, the alleged killer of her husband, citing her Christian faith and Charlie’s values. She quoted Jesus’ words on the cross, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do,” and said, “That man, that young man… I forgive him. I forgive him because it was what Christ did and is what Charlie would do”.
Erika remembered Charlie as a devoted husband, father, and man of faith who never wavered in his convictions. She described him as a perfect father and husband who loved life, America, and nature.
Erika vowed to continue her husband’s mission, promising to make Turning Point USA “the biggest thing this nation has ever seen”. She urged young people to get involved with the organization and to join local chapters.
Erika emphasized the importance of faith, family, and marriage, highlighting Charlie’s commitment to these values. She encouraged parents to bring their children to America Fest in December and to join a Bible-believing church.
Erika shared a poignant moment with her three-year-old daughter, Gigi, who asked about her father’s absence. Erika reassured her that Charlie was on a “work trip with Jesus” and could afford her blueberry budget.
Erika Kirk is a businesswoman and former Miss Arizona USA winner who met Charlie Kirk in 2018. The couple married in 2021. They both had a 1 year old son and a 3 year old daughter before Charlie’s tragic killing at Utah University on September 10 2025.
