Charlie Kirk was an American right-wing conservative political activist, author, and media personality born on October 14, 1993, in Arlington Heights, Illinois. He co-founded the conservative student organization Turning Point USA (TPUSA) in 2012 and served as its executive director, also leading its affiliate groups like Turning Point Action. Kirk was known for mobilizing young conservatives on college campuses and was a prominent supporter and ally of former President Donald Trump, playing a key role in the MAGA movement. Kirk's activism included initiatives such as the Professor Watchlist, aimed at targeting professors with views contrary to conservative principles. He hosted "The Charlie Kirk Show," a conservative talk radio program, and was involved in numerous political campaigns and rallies to engage young voters. He was also noted for his controversial statements on issues such as gun control, abortion, LGBTQ rights, and his promotion of Christian nationalism and conspiracy theories. Tragically, Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on September 10, 2025, while speaking at a TPUSA event at Utah Valley University. His death was widely mourned in conservative circles, and he was recognized as a major figure in shaping the current conservative youth movement in the U.S. His early life included growing up in Chicago suburbs and briefly attending Harper College before dedicating himself full-time to political activism. He built TPUSA into a large organization influencing Republican youth and played a role in voter mobilization efforts during Trump's campaigns. His legacy includes his impact on college political culture and the conservative movement's use of social media and youth outreach.