She continued: ‘But remember it’s the days afterward that matter more. Reframe your mindset.
‘Don’t stress over the flowers or linens. Weddings turn people crazy and can bring out unnecessary family drama; let it go.’
Erika Frantzve had claimed the title of Miss Arizona USA in 2012 and in an interview after the pageant win described her upbringing in a tight-knit Catholic family.
She had attended Arizona State University and double majored in political science and international relations.
More recently she has launched her own ministry program, BIBLEin365, which according to her website ‘seeks to help individuals engage with scriptures’.
Her biography reads: ‘Above all, Erika cherishes her role as the wife of Charlie Kirk and the mother of their precious son and daughter.
‘As she continues to grow in her ministry, leadership, and entrepreneurial endeavors, Erika remains committed to inspiring others to live with purpose, rooted in faith, and driven by the love of Christ in every aspect of life.’
Recently, the Kirks appeared with their children on Fox and Friends in the weeks prior to the shooting.
Fox News shared a clip of his daughter on the studio floor running towards her father, who graciously picked her up as she spotted him
Frantzve had claimed the title of Miss Arizona USA in 2012 and in an interview after the pageant win described her upbringing in a tight-knit Catholic family
Fox News shared a clip of his daughter on the studio floor running towards her late father, who graciously picked her up as she spotted him.
Kirk was shot in the neck as he began a Q&A with students at the event, with footage sweeping social media showing the commentator falling limp as he was struck.
The father of two was rushed to hospital, where he tragically succumbed to his injuries.
President Donald Trump confirmed the death of Kirk on Wednesday afternoon in a post to his Truth Social.
He said: ‘The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie.
‘He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania and my Sympathies go out to his beautiful wife Erika, and family. Charlie, we love you!’
UVU officials said the shot was fired from the top of the Losee Center, about 200 feet away from where Kirk was sitting.
They initially took an elderly man into custody who turned out not to be the shooter, police said.
Later, a ‘person of interest’ was said to be in custody in connection with Kirk’s shooting, Utah governor Spencer Cox announced Wednesday evening.
However, they too were later released, FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed.
‘The subject in custody has been released after an interrogation by law enforcement. Our investigation continues and we will continue to release information in interest of transparency,’ Patel said in a statement.
