Charlie Kirk funeral: When will Trump, Vance, and Erika Kirk speak at Glendale State Farm Stadium?

President Donald Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and Erika Kirk are among the featured speakers at the memorial service honoring Charlie Kirk.

Published on: Sep 21, 2025, 21:45:14 IST

By Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan

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Mourners are gathering at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, this morning for a memorial service honoring conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The program is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. local time (2:00 p.m. EDT).

Attendees gather in the stands as media set up ahead of the memorial service for political activist Charlie Kirk at State Farm Stadium on September 21, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. (Getty Images via AFP)

President Donald Trump is among the featured speakers and is expected to deliver his remarks early in the program, likely within the first 30 to 45 minutes following opening prayers and family tributes. He will be joined by Vice President J.D. Vance and Erika Kirk, Charlie Kirk’s widow, in paying tribute to Kirk's life and legacy.

Confirmed speakers

Erika Kirk (Kirk's widow and new Turning Point USA CEO)

President Donald Trump

Vice President J.D. Vance

Secretary of State Marco Rubio

Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth

Tulsi Gabbard

Donald Trump Jr.

Tucker Carlson

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller

Sergio Gor (Turning Point USA President)

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Speaking to reporters before departing Washington, D.C. for Arizona, President Trump said, "We're going to celebrate the life of a great man today. That something like this could have happened is not even believable. So we'll have a very interesting day, very tough day."

"We want to look at it as a time of healing."

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Vice President J.D. Vance posted a tribute on X ahead of the memorial.

“Last week, we brought my dear friend Charlie Kirk home one last time. Today, we return to Arizona to remember Charlie and honour his sacrifice. May he eternally rest in peace, and may God watch over Erika and their beautiful children,” he wrote.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More

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