Charlie Kirk's widow appears on reality show in resurfaced video years before they met
Erika Kirk, the widow of slain conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, once appeared on the Bravo series Summer House.
Erika, 36, who was then known by her maiden name Erika Frantzve, made a cameo in the 11th episode of the show's third season.
She filmed her segment at a New York City bar in the summer of 2018, though the episode did not air until the spring of 2019.
A clip of her appearance has since surfaced on TikTok in the wake of her spouse's September 10 assassination at the age of 31 at Utah Valley University.
On the show, Jordan Verroi, 36, was trying to set Erika up with his roommate Carl Radke, 40, who said that the future wife of the political activist was 'beautiful and she happens to be religious.'
On the series, Radke commented that Erika might have been a better match for Verroi, who was outspoken about his devotion to Christianity during his time on the program.
Erika Kirk, 36, the widow of slain conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, has a reality TV past, having once appeared on the Bravo series Summer House
Erika met Charlie Kirk in the fall of 2018 and the pair would marry in May 2021
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Verroi did make clear his attraction to Erika on the show, at one point praising her 'beautiful blonde hair, her smile' and 'her radiance' in a confessional segment.
Verroi also said that Erika‘s 'outward beauty and inner beauty' marked everything he’s been looking for in a partner.
Erika and Jordan seemingly hit it off with the common ties of faith as they went out on a date in the show, as Erika told Jordan that he represented 'a bright light in a very dark place.'
In spite of the chemistry, the two did not appear to continue to see one another when the cameras were off.
Erika would later go on to meet Charlie Kirk in the fall of 2018 in the pair would marry in May 2021. The pair welcomed two kids, ages three and one.
The Summer House episode Erika appeared on had aired in May of 2019; amid that timeframe, Erika said on social media that she declined a full-time role on the series as she was attending Liberty University and pursuing a juris master's degree.
Following her graduation from the educational institution, Erika took to Instagram and explained her state of mind in choosing education over the limelight.
'To the [people] that sent me insane amounts of encouragement & prayer as I silently pursued this degree,' she wrote. 'And made my own career sacrifices (like turning down being a cast member for @bravotv Summer House & other various TV show opportunities).'
Erika filmed her segment at a New York City bar in the summer of 2018, though the episode did not air until the spring of 2019
Charlie Kirk pictured at Utah Valley University prior to his tragic killing on Wednesday
Erika took to Instagram in September of 2023 with a post commemorating how her relationship with the Turning Point USA cofounder began in the Big Apple.
She wrote: '5 years ago today, we sat inside Bills Burgers in NYC deep in conversation and banter over theology, philosophy and politics and at the end, you paused, looked at me and said, "I'm going to date you."
'Dating with intention to marry is way different than dating to 'see where it goes.' Let God write your love story.
'Erika Kirk on Friday vowed that she would continue to spread her husband's message after his passing, with a special message for the 'evildoers' implicated in his murder.
'If you thought my husband's mission was powerful before, you have no idea,' she said in a Fox News segment. 'You have no idea what you just have unleashed across this entire country, and this world.'
Erika said that her late husband's podcast The Charlie Kirk Show, as well as his radio show, would go on in his memory.
Erika said that young should become involved with Turning Point USA, which touts on its website that it upholds 'traditional American values like patriotism, respect for life, liberty, family, and fiscal responsibility.
'Erika praised President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance for the care they have shown in the wake of the tragic murder of her spouse.
Erika shared a picture with Charlie on Instagram in which they were posed in the White House
Erika praised President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance for the care they have shown in the wake of the tragic murder of her spouse. Pictured with Vance and second lady Usha Vance in Phoenix on Thursday
'Mr. President, my husband loved you,' Erika said. 'And he knew that you loved him too. Your friendship was amazing.
'Erika Kirk said she told their three-year-old of her father's passing, 'He's on a work trip with Jesus.
'Reactions on social media to Erika's reality TV past varied.
One user said that 'Everyone connected to Turning Point or The Daily Wire was in entertainment before politics,' adding that 'it’s all very bizarre.
'Others thought it was much ado about nothing, as one user said, 'Erika Kirk had a social life before meeting and eventually marrying Charlie.
'The user added, 'The world will never be the same!'
The Bold and the Beautiful Next 3 Weeks: Deke & Daddy Deacon Drama – Finn’s Luna Shock – Hope’s Romantic Shakeup
The Bold and the Beautiful (B&B) spoilers for the next three weeks, September 22 to October 10, reveal that fans will see some Deke Sharpe (Harrison Cone) and Daddy Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) drama. John “Finn” Finnegan (Tanner Novlan) also seems poised to get a Luna Nozawa (Lisa Yamada) shock while Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) faces a romantic shakeup.
The week of September 22-26 will bring Bill Spencer’s (Don Diamont) precautions as he ups security at the Spencer mansion.
It sounds like Bill’s going to keep Luna locked up there – at least until he can confirm the paternity of her baby.
Meanwhile, Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) will spill the latest Luna saga to Electra Forrester (Laneya Grace), so she’ll end up on quite the emotional rollercoaster.
It’ll be hard for Electra to wrap her head around the fact that Luna took advantage of Will in bed and got herself pregnant.
Will’s going to fight for his future with Electra, but will this Luna mess be too much for her to deal with?
As for Deacon, he’ll find out Sheila knew Luna was alive and never breathed a word to him about it.
Deacon will push Sheila for more details and eventually turn to Taylor Hayes (Rebecca Budig) for counseling despite her objections.
During the week of September 29-October 3 should bring some family issues in addition to Deacon’s marriage drama.
Since Deke is Deacon’s son, their reconnection could get rocky and leave Deacon needing even more support from Taylor.
Deacon’s therapy sessions may show Taylor a new side of him and set the stage for her to develop real feelings.
Taylor will get another love interest soon, so B&B may be putting Deacon in her orbit for that very reason.
Of course, Deke is also hoping to make a name for himself as a fashion designer at Forrester Creations.
Could Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) help Deke score a job or at least an internship there?
Speaking of Hope, we should also talk about a romantic shakeup that’s brewing since her engagement to Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor) isn’t going to last.
Carter will ultimately realize Hope belongs with Liam Spencer (Scott Clifton) instead, so he may split from Hope and find himself single during the week of October 6-10.
Daphne Rose (Murielle Hilaire) could get her chance to comfort Carter and try to win his heart for herself, but someone from her past will stir up trouble soon.
As for Finn, Li Finnegan (Naomi Matsuda) may decide not to leave him in the dark on Luna’s survival any longer.
Will Li give Finn the news that Luna’s alive and that she’s managed to get pregnant with Will’s baby?
Poppy Nozawa (Romy Park) also has scenes coming up with Finn, so she may get updates on all the Luna turmoil soon as well.
The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers say the next three weeks will bring some wild revelations and explosive reactions, so stay tuned.
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