P1.They speculate that she is about to take another step forward. Erika Frantzve, Miss Arizona, became a widow at the age of 36 after her husband, 31-year-old social activist Charlie Kirk, tragically passed away..P1
Erika Frantzve, Miss Arizona, became a widow at the age of 36 after her husband, 31-year-old social activist Charlie Kirk, was fatally shot on September 10.
The sudden and tragic death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in a shooting at Utah Valley University left a significant void in the political and social spheres. But more than anything, this loss has caused the greatest pain for his partner — Erika Frantzve — and their two young children.
Erika Frantzve, born in 1988, was crowned Miss Arizona in 2012 on her 23rd birthday. She later competed in the Miss USA pageant but did not win the title. However, Erika continued to pursue charitable projects and community work. She founded the charity “Everyday Heroes Like You,” supporting ordinary people engaged in volunteer work.
Not only recognized for her beauty, Erika Frantzve also impressed with her intellect and academic achievements. She attended the University of Arizona, studying Political Science and International Relations, and played for the university’s basketball team. In 2017, she furthered her education at Liberty University, earning a Master’s degree in Law and a PhD in Biblical Studies. Erika is known for her strong religious faith and frequently shares inspiring Bible verses on social media.
Erika Frantzve is now a model, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and a well-known podcast host in the U.S. She hosts the podcast Midweek Rise Up, where she guides listeners through spiritual living, offering strength and faith on their journeys. She also founded the religious clothing brand PROCLAIM.
Erika met social activist Charlie Kirk in 2018, and they quickly bonded over their shared Christian faith. In December 2020, Charlie proposed to Erika, and they married in a warm ceremony in Scottsdale, Arizona, in May 2021. Their happiness was further blessed when they welcomed two children: a daughter born in 2022 and a son born in 2024.
The couple frequently shared family moments and messages of faith and gratitude on social media, with Erika expressing that her relationship with Charlie and her role as a mother were her greatest blessings. In one post, she praised her husband, saying, “My husband, Charlie Kirk, is an extraordinary strength. He is courageous when the world demands silence, he is fearless when others falter, and he has stepped into the fight of the next generation, changing their hearts and minds.”
On September 10, Charlie Kirk was tragically killed during a speech at Utah Valley University, which had around 3,000 attendees. The shooting occurred after Kirk, 31, had answered a question about mass shootings by transgender individuals at the university. He was shot in the neck and rushed to the hospital but could not be saved.
Currently, Erika Frantzve has not shared any details about her profound loss. Before the tragedy, the former beauty queen had posted a Bible verse on Instagram: “God is our refuge and strength, always present to help in times of trouble.”
Charlie Kirk, born in 1993, was a prominent conservative political activist. He founded and served as the CEO of Turning Point USA, a political advocacy organization with significant influence among young people in the U.S., particularly on college campuses. Kirk frequently appeared in the media as a writer, speaker, and political commentator, known for his support of economic freedom and traditional values. He was also the author of several bestselling political books and hosted The Charlie Kirk Show, a podcast and radio show with a large audience.
