Erika Kirk did not make an appearance during Turning Point USA's controversial All-American Halftime Show during the 2026 Super Bowl on Sunday, February 8, but the event paid tribute to her late husband, late TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk. After Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice and Gabby Barrett all performed at the event organized by the right-wing conservative group, TPUSA aired a tribute to Charlie, who was shot and killed in September 2025 at age 31. As a slideshow of photos showing Charlie, Erika, 37, and their family cycled on the screen, a voiceover of the conservative pundit played.