Erika Kirk is marking the first Valentine’s Day without her late husband, right-wing conservative influencer Charlie Kirk.

“What I would give for one more love letter… They had such a deep reverence about them,” Erika, 37, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, February 14, alongside a photo of a letter she received from her late husband prior to his untimely death.

“You’d intentionally set aside the noise of the world and hand me words that felt sacred filled with a depth of love both of us could never quite articulate,” she continued in the caption. “I read it all even slower now. And as I read your words, the weight on my heart reminds me of a reality that we were never promised gray hair and rocking chairs even though we assumed it was guaranteed. But my goodness, do I love telling the babies about the fullness of our covenant that left a mark on my soul. My favorite love story.”

Charlie was shot and killed in September 2025 while speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He was 31.

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Charlie Kirk is being remembered on what would have been his 32nd birthday. A new video, shared by his widow, Erika Kirk, and his nonprofit Turning Point USA via Instagram on Tuesday, October 14, paid tribute to the memories the right-wing influencer left behind with his family, including clips from the couple’s wedding day, the […]

“It’s with a heavy heart that we, the Turning Point USA leadership team, write to notify you that early this afternoon, Charlie went to his eternal reward with Jesus Christ in heaven,” a statement from Turning Point USA read at the time, confirming the political activist’s death.

After a 33-hour manhunt, a 22-year-old suspect turned himself into authorities at the behest of his parents, was subsequently arrested and charged for allegedly murdering Charlie. He is currently being held without bail in a Utah jail. If convicted, the 22-year-old faces the death penalty.

Erika has since taken over as CEO of Turning Point USA, the right-wing conservative nonprofit cofounded by Charlie and Bill Montgomery in 2012. In the midst of pyrotechnic-heavy public remembrances, numerous public appearances, conservative in-fighting and a controversial hug with Vice President JD Vance, Erika has been outspoken about her personal experience with grief.

“…there is no linear blueprint for grief. One day you’re collapsed on the floor crying out the name Jesus in between labored breaths,” Erika, 36, wrote via Instagram in October 2025. “The next you’re playing with your children in the living rooms surrounded by family photos, and feeling a rush of something you can only attempt to define as divinely planted and bittersweet joy as a smile breaks through your face.”

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Erika Kirk (née Frantzve) celebrated her 37th birthday with a throwback video of her late husband, Charlie Kirk. “I always loved celebrating you, and maybe because it was a reflection of how beautifully you always celebrated me,” Erika captioned an Instagram video on Thursday, November 20. “I romanticized growing old with you, the love of […]

She continued at the time, “They say time heals. But love doesn’t ask to be healed. Love asks to be remembered. It’s humbling to realize that this magnitude of suffering didn’t steal my love for my husband. It amplified it. It crystallized it.”

On Valentine’s Day 2026, Erika went on to urge her followers to “honor the Sabbath this weekend with your loved ones.”

“And if you’re married, take a minute to sit down and write to them a love letter. One that shows you see them, you love them, you honor them, and you want to continue to be better for them,” she added. “A letter like this might seem trivial, but you just never know the course life will take, if the Lord calls you home, even in your absence, as they reflect on your words, your love is still serving them.”

She concluded with a specific message to her late husband, “I love you Charlie baby, you will always be my Valentine.”

Whew, Roomies! Todd Tucker is calling cap on Kandi Burruss’ claims that he’s been living “rent-free” in her guest house. In previous court docs, the former ‘RHOA’ star aired out her estranged husband, accusing him of basically squatting in her home and not putting up a dime for the property’s upkeep. Now, Todd is clapping back in his own filings and setting the record straight about his living situation. On top of that, he’s also seeking temporary custody of their two children, Ace and Blaze.

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Todd Tucker Addresses Kandi Burruss’ “Rent-Free” Allegations In New Court Filing

According to TMZ, Todd Tucker responded to Kandi Burruss’ claims that he’s been living in her Atlanta guest house and dodging maintenance fees. In a new filing, Tucker admits he stayed in her guest house but says Kandi “unilaterally removed” him from the main house. He says her family allegedly moved his stuff without asking him or getting the court involved. Todd adds that he didn’t leave voluntarily but kept quiet to help “preserve peace and stability.”

The father of three also addressed Kandi’s claims that she’s been the sole provider for their kids. He says he’s actually been taking care of Ace and Blaze while Kandi has been busy working in New York. Additionally, Todd mentioned in his filing that before their split in November 2025, they both contributed to a shared bank account for expenses. Once they agreed to part ways, he said Kandi allegedly told him she would stop using the account and handle all of the bills herself. With that, Todd argued that Kandi’s claims about him being financially unstable are false.

“[Kandi] now attempts to reframe and weaponize this self-created financial arrangement as evidence of financial instability or neglect, while the timing and sequence of events demonstrate otherwise,” Todd reportedly notes in his filing.

Todd Reportedly Seeks Temporary Custody Of His & Kandi’s Kids

Todd didn’t stop there — he also called out Kandi for constantly throwing what he sees as negative shade at him. He says her comments are just a way to “shift the focus” from her extended “physical absence from their kids” and her “reliance on a third-party caregiver.” Because of that, Todd is reportedly seeking primary legal and physical custody temporarily until they lock in a permanent parenting plan. At first, Kandi wanted joint custody when she filed for divorce, but later switched to sole custody after Todd tried to claim it for himself.

The Internet Thinks Todd Was Taking Shots At Kandi With THIS Post

Even though Todd laid out his claims in new court docs, the internet thinks he already threw some shots at Kandi. Recently, he posted videos on his Instagram Story cruising around listening to Rick Ross’ ‘Stay Schemin’. Some folks on social media thought he was trolling, while others swore he might’ve been plotting something. That had ‘RHOA’ fans remembering when Kandi’s Aunt Bertha said, “it could’ve been scheme that Todd set up.” Peep the videos Todd shared below.

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Taylor Sheridan‘s grip on the streaming habits of Paramount+ subscribers is hugely impressive. On all streaming sites, there is a constant battle between the top titles for first place. On Paramount+, that battle is often fought between several projects all under Sheridan’s name, as the master producer oversees his streaming kingdom ahead of his exit. However, whilst Landman and Tulsa King continue to prove popular, another of his shows is showing signs of fatigue following recent devastating news.

Although Paramount+ has officially renewed the series following a bloody Season 4 finale, it was also confirmed that Mayor of Kingstown Season 5 will be the show’s last. Jeremy Renner is set to return as Mike McLusky for one last time in the fifth season, alongside Edie Falco‘s Nina Hobbs, with the final installment being reduced from the usual ten-episode order to just eight. Following the announcement of Sheridan’s departure from Paramount, Mayor of Kingstown is the first of his shows to announce an end date, with more sure to follow suit.

This confirmed ending and no sign of a release date for the fifth season have combined to leave Mayor of Kingstown struggling to keep up with its sibling series on the streaming charts. At the time of writing, the series ranks just tenth in the Paramount+ top ten in the U.S., with it expected to drop entirely from the charts in the coming days. Of course, when the fifth season debuts, this will change, and it will likely rocket back to the top as fans spend one last season with MCU alum Renner‘s Mike McLusky.

How Did Jeremy Renner React to the ‘Mayor of Kingstown’ News?

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Many were quick to express their sadness on social media following the news that Mayor of Kingstown would be coming to an end. Among these posts was one from the series’ star Renner, who addressed the news with grace and optimism. “Season 5. Rebirth. Renewed, here we go. Back to work this year, we’re excited, and I just wanted to take a minute to say thank you to everyone, and I love you,” Renner said, following with a note of gratitude, saying:

“I find myself in deep gratitude this gorgeous morning. After a rebirth, today, announcing a renewal of Mayor of Kingstown Season 5… what a blessing… and it’s all because of the amazing, dedicated fans. Thank you.”

Mayor of Kingstown is streaming on Paramount+ now.

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November 14, 2021

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Dave Erickson

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Stephen Kay, Guy Ferland, Christoph Schrewe, Clark Johnson, Paul Cameron, Tasha Smith, Taylor Sheridan

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James Arcega Tinsley

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Roomies… looks like Moneybagg Yo isn’t playing this Valentine’s Day. The rapper went all out for Ari Fletcher, gifting her a six-figure gift, and Ari made sure the timeline got every single angle. And you already know, Roomies… folks are in their feelings over this major Valentine’s Day flex.

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Ari Fletcher Shows Off Her Valentine’s Day Rolls Royce Flex

In a series of photos and videos posted to Ari’s social media, she’s seen standing in front of the luxury ride with a massive red bow on top and a sticker that says “SOLD.” She’s also holding a sign that reads, “SPECIAL DELIVERY EXCLUSIVELY FOR… Ms. Ari Fletcher,” serving all the bougie vibes. According to reports, the all-white Rolls Royce truck reportedly cost around to $500K, making this Valentine’s Day flex extra extravagant.

Ari’s look? An all-black matching fit that hugged every curve, a curly half-up, half-down hairstyle, flawless makeup, black sandals, and what appears to be a black Birkin bag — clearly out here living her best Valentine’s Day life. She also included the caption, “Thank you daddy ❤️,” and yes, Roomies… we know that wasn’t from her dad.

The Comment Section Is Clearly In Their Feelings

Fans ran straight to Ari’s Instagram comment section and laid their thoughts all the way down. Many were hyping her up, saying big mama is finally getting the love she deserves, while a few kept it simple with heart emojis. And you already know… some Roomies were hitting her with the “Ari, not today” energy, hinting at their own V-Day vibes, while a few tried to be slick and drop a casual “you’re welcome,” clearly pretending they were the ones who bought the truck.

One Instagram user @realstarrgyal said, “Them : 0 Ari: 100“

This Instagram user @badgyalshanshan added, “Come on 😍😍😍 you deserve it all honey 🍯”

And, Instagram user @trelittt shared, “You did say you wanted a new one 😍😍😍”

Meanwhile, Instagram user @badgirljanelle wrote, “He love him some YOUUUUU 😍😍😍 👏👏👏👏 We love to see it ❤️”

While Instagram user @bitchimfattrell said, “You’re welcome boo 🔥😘”

Finally, Instagram user @nejaweja commented, “Ari please not rn😭💔”

Just So You Know… Ari & Bagg Are Still Good

In case you were wondering, Ari Fletcher and Moneybagg Yo seem to still be going strong. The internet went wild after Ari posted a video showing her cruising with Bagg, all smiles as he drove. At one point, Moneybagg rapped along to the song playing, and Ari jumped in on the verse too, clearly having a blast together. Decked out in matching all-black fits and icy jewelry, the duo looked like a couple living their best life on a mini date night. The clips dropped right in the middle of the Lil Baby rumors, but Ari and Bagg are clearly unfazed, showing off their chemistry and proving they’re locked in, unbothered, and thriving together.

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One Instagram user @ mzangelbaby said, “😂😂 Too cute 🥰! For both of us!! She’s definitely included 😂”

This Instagram user @kallion26_ added, “Man she look just like her daddy. 😂😍 crazy how genetics work.“

And, Instagram user @lakaysharedd commented, “Emmy said we both his Valentine’s 😂😂😂”

Meanwhile, Instagram user @leeee__saint_laurant wrote, “Too sweet 😍😍😍”

While Instagram user @keba.cas said, “god bless her beautiful personality“

Finally, Instagram user @crownedblvckqueen added, “She’s too cute😍”

Jealous… But Still Team Mommy & Daddy

Real-life love can’t ever be like the movies, but that’s what makes it so much fun to live vicariously through movie characters.

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we’re thinking about our favorite movie couples. But not just any movie couples: sexy movie couples. The ones whose chemistry makes you positively soon.

Watch With Us combed through all of movie history, and we picked out what we believe are five of the sexiest movie couples of all time.

From the black-and-white world of Casablanca to the sci-fi dystopia of The Matrix, these couples make us go crazy.

Neo and Trinity — ‘The Matrix’ Movies

Neo (Keanu Reeves) and Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) don’t actually have sex until the second Matrix movie, during which their lovemaking is juxtaposed against an infamous orgy sequence. But the two manage to make things feel hot and bothered while barely touching each other in the first of the Matrix trilogy — and when they finally do kiss, sparks literally fly.

It’s a combination of how objectively hot Reeves and Moss are, sure, but it’s also how passionate and pure their love is for each other, and how over the course of the franchise that undying devotion somehow endures in that crazy world. By The Matrix Resurrections, we understand they are fated to each other, they would die for each other, and it’s a beautiful thing.

Chiron and Kevin — ‘Moonlight’ (2016)

Though Chiron (Trevante Rhodes) and Kevin (André Holland) never actually become a couple, their lasting, aching connection makes their dynamic both powerful and heartrending. Moonlight follows Chiron from childhood to adulthood through three pivotal moments in his life, in which he comes to understand his identity as a gay man.

As a teenager, he had a sexual encounter with Kevin that they never explored further or spoke of until years later. As adults, they reconnect, now living two very different lives but forever touched by what the other one meant to them. The truth and tragedy of unrealized passion is sometimes more beautiful and more intimate than visualized intimacy.

Jack and Rose — ‘Titanic’ (1997)

Jack Dawson (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Rose Dewitt Bukater (Kate Winslet) may seem like the epitome of cringeworthy blockbuster melodrama, but if you just take three hours out of your day to actually watch Titanic, you’ll realize that “Paint me like one of your French girls” isn’t even really the sexiest moment between them.

The culmination of their patiently constructed romance is a deliriously erotic (if brief) scene in which Jack takes Rose in the back of a car in the ship’s cargo hold, whose windows fog up from how passionate and intense their lovemaking is. But that scene wouldn’t be what it is without the scintillating, slow-burn lead-up to their consummation — a culminating release felt by both the characters and the audience.

Elizabeth and Will — The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Franchise

It’s crazy to think that one of the sexiest movie couples ever came from a Disney movie, but the Mouse House doesn’t really make movies like Pirates of the Caribbean anymore, either. At the time, Keira Knightley and Orlando Bloom were considered two of the hottest young actors in Hollywood, and putting them together for a romance anchored by emotional longing and a mutual transformation made for scintillating movie magic.

Will Turner is a blacksmith haunted by his father’s pirate ways, while Elizabeth is a governor’s daughter yearning to break free and harboring a lifelong fascination with pirates. In the end, Will basically becomes a pirate for her, and the two head off to have sexy little adventures together.

Rick and Ilsa — ‘Casablanca’ (1942)

“We’ll always have Paris” is one of the most emotionally ruinous lines of all time, from one of the classic movie couples that would never be. Humphrey Bogart once lit up screens with his weirdly sexy charm, and Ingrid Bergman was the woman everyone wanted (and wanted to be). Rick (Bogart) and Ilsa (Bergman) had a love affair that predated the events of Casablanca, but Ilsa reemerges in Rick’s life when she desperately needs his help.

Reconnecting, Rick and Ilsa find themselves not quite finished with one another, their love having never quite flamed out. But the fact that they can never really be together only makes their doomed affair more ardent, especially because Rick sacrifices their love for a greater cause. “Here’s looking at you, kid.” Cue swooning.