News by Sharelle B. McNair Candace Owens Feels A Way About Being Excluded From Bestie Charlie Kirk’s Memorial 'They are working on a narrative, like they always do. Candace Owens addressed the rumors on why she was a no-show at her friend Charlie Kirk’s memorial after it was alleged by a Turning Point USA board member that she and Kirk had a falling out. Owens admitted that she wasn’t invited to speak at the memorial service, but for a specific reason. “Candace Owens is rage bait and always has been. RELATED CONTENT: Candace Owens Explains Why She ‘Will Always Love Ye’