Who is Seth Dillon? Babylon Bee CEO Linked to Charlie Kirk Allegations

Conservative commentator Candace Owens made serious allegations about hedge fund billionaire Bill Ackman and Seth Dillon, the CEO of the satire site Babylon Bee. Owens claimed that both men pressured conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a private meeting in the Hamptons in the summer of 2024, only weeks before his death.

Candace Owens’ Allegations

Owens said that Kirk had a “change of heart” about Israel. She alleged that Bill Ackman and Seth Dillon tried to convince him otherwise during a tense lunch meeting. According to Owens, “threats were made” and money was offered to influence Kirk.

She also claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had contacted Kirk during that period. Owens stated, “I know Charlie was offered a significant amount of money.”

Bill Ackman Responds

Ackman quickly denied the accusations. On X (formerly Twitter), he called Owens’ claims “totally false” and “slander.” He added that he never threatened Kirk or anyone from Turning Point USA.

Ackman said his meetings with Kirk were professional and covered many issues, including culture, economy, and foreign policy. After Kirk’s tragic death, Ackman pledged a $1 million endowment for Kirk’s family and also donated to the FBI reward fund to find the shooter.

Who is Seth Dillon?

Seth Dillon is an American businessman and conservative influencer. He is best known as the CEO of Babylon Bee, a Christian satire website. The platform publishes humorous takes on politics, religion, and current events. Dillon also co-founded Not the Bee, a related news and commentary site.

Dillon studied at Palm Beach Atlantic University. In his early career, he worked at Enterprise Rent-A-Car before moving into media. He later acquired Babylon Bee from founder Adam Ford and grew it into a major conservative brand.

In 2025, Dillon’s net worth is estimated at $6 million. His income comes from Babylon Bee, speaking events, podcasting, and digital investments. Reports suggest he earns $10,000–$20,000 per event appearance.

Free Speech and Babylon Bee

Dillon has been vocal about free speech. Recently, Babylon Bee won attention after a U.S. District Court blocked California’s AB 2839, a law that aimed to restrict political memes. The court ruled the law violated the First Amendment.

The case boosted Babylon Bee’s profile, as Judge John A. Mendez emphasized that censorship is not the solution to digital media challenges.

Has Seth Dillon Responded?

As of now, Seth Dillon has not responded to Candace Owens’ allegations. His silence has drawn further attention to the controversy.

Meanwhile, the conservative community continues to debate Owens’ claims, Bill Ackman’s defense, and the impact of Kirk’s sudden death.

Who is Seth Dillon Wife?

Seth Dillon is married to Tara Dillon, whom he met in 2005 and married on March 14, 2010. The couple has two sons and lives in Juno Beach, Florida, along with their dogs. His brother, Dan Dillon, is also his business partner in Not the Bee. Seth often shares that his family provides the support and stability behind his professional success.

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