Social media posts claiming that conservative activist Charlie Kirk removed his wife, Erika Kirk, from his will have gone viral. The same posts also revive rumours of an alleged affair between Erika Kirk and US Vice President JD Vance.
However, there is no factual basis for either claim.
Most importantly, Charlie Kirk is alive, and reports suggesting he was assassinated are completely false.
Where Did the Viral Claim Come From?
The rumour began with a TikTok video posted on January 30, 2026, which claimed that Charlie Kirk secretly changed his will before his supposed death.
The video alleged:
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Erika Kirk was written out of the will
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All assets were left to the couple’s children
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Erika reacted angrily after learning this
The clip spread rapidly across TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and Reddit.
Fact Check: The Claim Is False
A closer review shows the claim originated from “Bulls Nose News,” a known satire and parody page. The account clearly labels itself as satirical content.
There is:
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No report from any credible news organisation
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No legal record of any will change
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No confirmation from Charlie Kirk or his family
As a result, the claim that Erika Kirk was removed from Charlie Kirk’s will is entirely untrue.
False Reports About Charlie Kirk’s Death
Several viral posts also falsely claim that Charlie Kirk was assassinated in 2025.
This is incorrect.
Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, is alive, and no law enforcement agency or verified media outlet has reported any such incident.
These false death claims appear to be part of coordinated misinformation shared alongside the will rumour.
JD Vance and Erika Kirk Affair Rumours Explained
Separate speculation linked Erika Kirk to US Vice President JD Vance after the two were photographed greeting each other at public political events.
Online users misinterpreted a brief hug and public interactions, leading to unverified affair rumours.
Both parties addressed the speculation:
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Erika Kirk said the attention was misplaced and denied wrongdoing
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JD Vance publicly stated that his marriage is strong and dismissed the rumours
There is no evidence supporting claims of a romantic relationship.
What We Know for Certain
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Charlie Kirk has not been assassinated
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He has not removed Erika Kirk from any will
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The viral story originated from a satire account
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No credible outlet has confirmed an affair involving JD Vance
The claims circulating online are false and misleading.
Why This Misinformation Spread
Experts say viral political misinformation often spreads due to:
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Emotional headlines
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Edited images taken out of context
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Satire being shared without disclaimers
Users are advised to verify sources before sharing such content.
