What Happened to Candace Amber Owens Farmer?

Candace Owens, born Candace Amber Owens, began her public career as a conservative commentator after a self-described 'overnight' conversion from liberalism in 2017, following a cyberbullying incident. She launched 'Red Pill Black,' a platform promoting black conservatism, and quickly gained attention for her provocative views, including criticism of the Black Lives Matter movement and support for then-President Donald Trump. Her rise was bolstered by figures like Kanye West, who publicly endorsed her thinking.

From 2017 to 2019, Owens served as the communications director for the conservative advocacy group Turning Point USA (TPUSA). Her tenure was marked by controversy, notably her comments in 2019 regarding Adolf Hitler, which led to her departure from the organization. In 2018, she co-founded the BLEXIT Foundation, aiming to encourage Black Americans to leave the Democratic Party. In 2021, Owens joined The Daily Wire, a prominent conservative media outlet, where she hosted her own show, 'Candace,' featuring notable guests like Donald Trump.

A significant turning point occurred in March 2024 when Owens and The Daily Wire 'ended their relationship.' This departure was attributed to months of tension and a series of comments by Owens that were widely regarded as antisemitic, particularly her criticism of Israel's actions during the Gaza war and public clashes with Daily Wire co-founder Ben Shapiro. Following her exit, Owens announced she was 'finally free' and would continue her show independently on YouTube. In April 2024, she also announced her conversion to Catholicism.

Since becoming independent, Owens has continued to be a highly controversial figure. In October 2024, she was denied a visa to enter Australia, and an event in Auckland, New Zealand, scheduled for 2026, was canceled in November 2025 due to her controversial nature. In July 2025, French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, sued Owens for defamation over her promotion of a conspiracy theory about Brigitte Macron's gender. A major focus of her commentary since September 2025 has been the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. Owens has actively promoted numerous conspiracy theories surrounding his death, suggesting betrayal by those close to him and implicating various intelligence forces, including the Mossad, and even Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu. These claims have led to public disputes with Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, and other conservative figures.

As of March 2026, Owens maintains a significant online presence with millions of YouTube subscribers. She continues to use her platform to disseminate conspiracy theories, including recent claims in February 2026 calling people who work for Israel 'satanic pedophiles' and using the phrase 'synagogue of Satan.' In March 2026, she warned of a possible Israeli 'false flag' operation amidst the Iran war and targeted the Chabad-Lubavitch movement with unsubstantiated accusations. She also received a legal letter in January 2026, though the specifics were not fully disclosed. Her commentary on March 15, 2026, continued to criticize media narratives and political influence, referencing Charlie Kirk and global conflicts.