Chelsea Handler made reference to Turning Point USA during her 2026 Critics Choice Awards wrap. Handler, 50, concluded her hosting duties on Sunday, January 4, by rolling out a series of acknowledgements that included a nod to the nonprofit organization originally founded by the late Charlie Kirk and now run by his widow, Erika Kirk. "We would like to thank the critics, the crew, the E! Network and Turning Point USA," the comedian, who held a near-empty glass in her hand, said before flashing a wide grin. "Good night.