Charlie Kirk (born October 14, 1993 – died September 10, 2025) was a prominent American right-wing political activist, author, and media figure. He co-founded the conservative organization Turning
Charlie Kirk (born October 14, 1993 – died September 10, 2025) was a prominent American right-wing political activist, author, and media figure. He co-founded the conservative organization Turning Point USA (TPUSA) in 2012 at just 18 and served as its CEO. Known for his dynamic campus debates, especially his viral “Prove Me Wrong” series, he became a leading voice in conservative politics, particularly among young audiences.
Kirk hosted a daily radio talk show, The Charlie Kirk Show, drawing hundreds of thousands of daily listeners by 2024. Influential in MAGA circles, he frequently appeared on Fox News and played a strong role in mobilizing youth support for Donald Trump.
On September 10, 2025, during his “American Comeback Tour” at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, Kirk was shot in the neck around 12:10 p.m. MDT in a suspected targeted attack. Eyewitness video shows him recoiling and collapsing, as blood visibly appeared on his neck.
He was rushed to Timpanogos Regional Hospital in critical condition and later pronounced dead at age 31. Political violence was widely condemned; Utah’s governor called it a “political assassination,” while leaders across the spectrum called for gend violence to end. The shooter is believed to have fired from a building about 200 yards away. Although a person had initially been detained, authorities clarified that individual was not the shooter. The investigation, involving the FBI and local agencies, is ongoing.
Kirk’s net worth was estimated at approximately $12 million in 2025. This wealth stemmed from multiple sources:
Kirk’s passing marked a pivotal moment in American politics. He had transformed Turning Point USA from a small student group into a powerful conservative media and organizing machine, with hundreds of thousands of student members nationwide.
While lauded by supporters for energizing conservative youth around issues like free speech, gun rights, and opposing what he termed liberal bias in education, his critics accused him of fueling political polarization.
Kirk’s sudden death has prompted national reflection on political rhetoric, campus safety, and the disturbing rise of political violence. His legacy—in both its fervent supporter base and polarizing controversies—will continue to shape American conservative discourse for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. He tragically died on September 10, 2025, after being shot in the neck during a public event at Utah Valley University.
At Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, during his “American Comeback Tour” event.
Turning Point USA, founded by Kirk, focused on promoting conservative values—such as fiscal responsibility, free markets, limited government, and free speech—targeted primarily at young Americans and students.
