Tragic Loss of Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk

Yesterday, during a lecture at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, was tragically shot and killed.

At just 31, Charlie left behind a devoted wife, two young children, and a significant organization that has made a substantial impact on the conservative movement. His absence is deeply felt across the nation.

After hearing the devastating news, Ally Beth Stuckey, host of “Relatable,” chose to cancel her usual programming. Instead, she took a moment to reflect on the meaningful experiences she had shared with one of America’s notable figures in conservative activism.

Looking back to 2017, when she was entering the political scene, Ally recalls Charlie inviting her to speak at Turning Point USA’s second annual Young Women’s Leadership Summit.

Fast forward to two years later, and despite having a baby around the same time as the summit, Ally voluntarily took on the event planning task simply because it was Charlie who asked her.

“I knew if Charlie was leading it, it was worth doing,” she shared, her emotions evident.

“I’m one of the many who can say that Charlie believed in me. He elevated me long before I ever achieved anything noteworthy,” she added.

Uncharacteristic for political figures, Charlie’s kindness extended even to those who opposed him. “It nearly slipped my mind to write that he treated everyone the same… but I had to face the reality. He cherished his friends but also showed grace towards his adversaries,” Ally reflected.

She recounted an incident from 2022 at Auburn University when a hostile student accused Charlie of racism for discussing crime and fatherlessness in the black community. “His response was classic Charlie—precise, bold, yet overflowing with kindness,” she said.

“Over 13 years, Charlie connected with a diverse range of individuals, from high school students and college volunteers to influential figures in media and government, and I’ve yet to hear anything negative about him.”

Charlie’s “magic” wasn’t merely his charisma or leadership; it stemmed from being an exemplary friend.

“He truly understood the idea of ‘sharing arrows.’ When someone spoke a truth and faced backlash, he was the first to support them,” Ally noted.

Ally also shared a segment they did together last month on Fox News about the rise of Christian music, focusing on Forest Frank, whose work has resonated widely in contemporary Christian culture. Following the segment, both were met with extreme backlash, especially aimed at Charlie. “So, what did Charlie do? He reached out to Forest, not to defend himself but to uplift him, assuring him he was doing an incredible job,” she highlighted.

Reflecting on her conversations with Charlie at a megachurch in Phoenix, she said, “We often discussed the things he was most passionate about—defending faith. His deep knowledge of the Bible and unwavering commitment to truth was just remarkable.”

“This morning, I texted Charlie, asking for his thoughts on a challenging topic. I knew his response would just be, ‘Jesus—that’s all.’ Just point them toward Jesus,” she recounted.

For those interested, a video capturing Ally’s heartfelt tribute can be found above.