Charlie Kirk's death at the age of 31 has left his family heartbroken. The right-wing influencer was shot and killed at an event in Utah on September 10 leaving his wife, Erika Frantzve, and their two young children behind. But they are not the only family members in mourning, as Kirk's parents, Kimberly and Robert, also lost their son.

Here, we look into the lives of the Turning Point USA co-founder's mother and father and the part they played in his life in politics.

Raised in Chicago

© Getty Images for Politicon Charlie Kirk was raised in Illinois

Kirk was born in Arlington Heights, a suburb of Illinois and raised in Prospect Heights. Following his death, Arlington Heights mayor, Jim Tinaglia, released a statement extending his "deepest condolences" to Kirk's family and friend

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