Charlie Kirk’s 3-year-old daughter says ‘I see daddy!’ after seeing his poster at TPUSA headquarters

Charlie Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, shared a viral video of their 3-year-old daughter recognizing her late father outside TPUSA headquarters
UPDATED OCT 28, 2025
Erika Kirk posted a touching video of her 3-year-old daughter spotting her late father, Charlie Kirk, outside the TPUSA headquarters and saying, 'I see daddy'(@mrserikakirk/Instagram, Getty Images)
Erika Kirk posted a touching video of her 3-year-old daughter spotting her late father, Charlie Kirk, outside the TPUSA headquarters and saying, 'I see daddy'(@mrserikakirk/Instagram, Getty Images)

PHOENIX, ARIZONA: The video of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s 3-year-old daughter recognizing her late father outside the Turning Point USA headquarters is going viral on social media.

The clip, which is both heartwarming and heartbreaking, was shared on Instagram by Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk. Many viewers have expressed sympathy for the family following the tragic loss.

Erika Kirk shares emotional video of daughter spotting Charlie Kirk

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Charlie Kirk and his wife, Erika Kirk along with their two children (Instagram)

Taking to Instagram, Erika shared the emotional video on Monday, October 27, showing her daughter joyfully calling out her father’s name as they drove past the TPUSA headquarters, cheerfully saying, “I see daddy.”

Reflecting on the moment, Erika wrote in the caption, “Her saying your name, as she witnesses all you’ve built and continue to build, proves that love never dies, 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.”

Emotional Charlie Kirk video moves thousands, sparks wave of support online

Erika Kira, Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk1776/Instagram)
Late Charlie Kirk's video moved thousands, reminding many of love and legacy that endure beyond heartbreaking loss (@charliekirk1776/Instagram)

The video has moved thousands online, with many describing it as a poignant reminder of love and legacy that endure beyond loss. Users expressed heartbreak for the family, noting the emotional contrast between the child’s innocence and the depth of the tragedy.

Others shared words of support and solidarity, saying the moment transcended politics and reflected the enduring power of love and faith in the face of grief.

Charlie Kirk’s shooter charged with murder as prosecutors seek death penalty

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JULY 31: Charlie Kirk, who founded Turning Point USA, speaks before Republican vice presidential nominee U.S. Sen. JD Vance (R-OH) gives remarks at a campaign rally at Arizona Christian University on July 31, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. Vance has traveled to cities across the Southwest to attend rallies this week. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
Charlie Kirk, who founded Turning Point USA, speaks before JD Vance gives remarks at a campaign rally at Arizona Christian University on July 31, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. Vance has traveled to cities across the Southwest to attend rallies this week (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Charlie Kirk was fatally shot on September 10 during a public debate event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He is survived by his wife, Erika, and their two children, a son and a daughter.

A prominent conservative voice in the country, Kirk was the co-founder of TPUSA and served as its executive director until his death last month.

He was a key ally of President Donald Trump and played a crucial role in attracting young voters to the Republican Party, contributing to Trump’s victory last year. Trump even awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously earlier this month.

His suspected shooter, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, was arrested two days later, on September 12.

Robinson 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, according to court filings. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty.

According to prosecutors, Robinson targeted Kirk because of his political views, which he allegedly deemed hateful. 

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