Megyn Kelly
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Born | Megyn Marie Kelly November 18, 1970 Champaign, Illinois, U.S. |
Other names | Megyn Kendall[1] |
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Years active | 2003–present |
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Children | 3 |
Megyn Marie Kelly (/ˈmeɪɡən/; born November 18, 1970)[3] is an American journalist, attorney, political commentator, and media personality.[4][5][6] She currently hosts The Megyn Kelly Show, a talk show and podcast that airs daily on Sirius XM's Triumph channel and has over 3.2 million subscribers on YouTube.[7] Kelly previously worked at Fox News from 2004 to 2017, where she hosted programs including America Live and The Kelly File, and at NBC News from 2017 to 2018, where she anchored Megyn Kelly Today. In 2014, she was named one of Time's 100 most influential people of 2014.[8][9][10]
During her time at Fox News, Kelly hosted America Live from 2010 to 2013 and co-anchored America's Newsroom with Bill Hemmer. She also moderated several presidential primary debates during the 2016 and 2024 election cycles. Her show The Kelly File, which aired from 2013 to 2017, focused on breaking news and political events and was one of the network’s top-rated programs. After leaving Fox News in January 2017, Kelly joined NBC News to host Megyn Kelly Today. She left NBC in January 2019 and later transitioned to independent media with her podcast and online platforms.
Early life and education
Kelly was born on November 18, 1970 in Champaign, Illinois,[11][12] to Edward Francis Kelly, Ed.D.,[13] who taught in the School of Education at the State University of New York at Albany, and Linda (née DeMaio), a homemaker.[14] She grew up with an older sister, Suzanne (1964–2022) and an older brother, Pete (born c. 1965).[15] She is of Italian and German descent on her mother's side and Irish descent on her father's.[14] She was raised Catholic.[16] Her father died of a heart attack in 1985 when she was 15 years old.[17][18] She also has a step-sister and a step-brother from her mother's second marriage, to Peter Kirwan.[19]
Kelly attended Tecumseh Elementary School in suburban Syracuse, New York. When she was 9, her family moved to Delmar, New York, a suburb of Albany,[20][12] where she attended Bethlehem Central High School.[21] She obtained an undergraduate degree in political science from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University in 1992[14][22] and earned a J.D. from Albany Law School in 1995.[23]
Kelly was an associate attorney in the Chicago office of law firm Bickel & Brewer LLP. In fall 1996, she co-wrote an article, "The Conflicting Roles of Lawyer as Director", for the American Bar Association's journal, Litigation.[24] She later worked at Jones Day for nine years, where one of her clients was the credit bureau Experian.[25]
Media career
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Early career
In 2003, Kelly moved to Washington, D.C., where she was hired by the ABC affiliate WJLA-TV as a general assignment reporter.[18] She covered national and local events, including live coverage of the confirmation hearings for U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito and Chief Justice John G. Roberts, the retirement of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, the death of Chief Justice William Rehnquist, and the 2004 presidential election.[26] CNN president Jonathan Klein later said he regretted not hiring Kelly as a reporter at the beginning of her career, because she was "the one talent you'd want to have from somewhere else".[21]
2004–2017: Fox News
In 2004, Kelly applied for a job at Fox News.[26] She contributed legal segments for Special Report with Brit Hume and hosted her own legal segment, Kelly's Court, during Weekend Live. She appeared in a weekly segment on The O'Reilly Factor and occasionally filled in for Greta Van Susteren on On the Record, where most of her reporting focused on legal and political matters. She occasionally contributed as an anchor, but more often as a substitute anchor on weekends.[27] On February 1, 2010, Kelly began hosting her own two-hour afternoon show, America Live, which replaced The Live Desk.[28][29] She was a guest panelist on Fox News' late-night satire program Red Eye w/ Greg Gutfeld. In 2010, viewership for America Live increased by 20%, averaging 1,293,000 viewers, and increased by 4% in the 25–54 age demographic, averaging 268,000 viewers.[30] In December 2010, Kelly hosted a New Year's Eve special with Bill Hemmer.[31]

Kelly received media attention for her coverage of the results of the 2012 United States presidential election. On election night, Fox News' decision desk projected that Obama would win the state of Ohio along with a second term after part of the results had been released. Republican operative Karl Rove objected to this projection, whereupon Kelly - with camera following - dramatically walked backstage to the decision desk and spoke with them; she also asked Rove, "Is this just math that you do as a Republican to make yourself feel better? Or is this real?"[32][33][34][35] Kelly left America Live in July 2013 and took maternity leave. That October she began hosting a new nightly program, The Kelly File.[36] The Kelly File was occasionally the channel's ratings leader, topping The O'Reilly Factor.[37][38]
In December 2013, Kelly commented on a Slate article on The Kelly File: "For all you kids watching at home, Santa just is white, but this person is just arguing that maybe we should also have a black Santa," adding, "But Santa is what he is, and just so you know, we're just debating this because someone wrote about it." Kelly also said that Jesus was a white man later in the segment.[39] Soon after, Jon Stewart,[40] Stephen Colbert,[41] Rachel Maddow,[42] Josh Barro,[43] and others satirized her remarks.[44] Two days later, she said on the air that her original comments were "tongue-in-cheek",[45][46][47][48][49] and that the skin color of Jesus is "far from settled".[50] In June 2015, Kelly interviewed Jim Bob Duggar and Michelle Duggar of 19 Kids and Counting regarding their son Josh Duggar's alleged molestation of five girls in 2002. She later interviewed two of their daughters, Jill and Jessa. This show's Nielsen national estimates ratings of 3.09 million viewers, above its average 2.11 million, ranked with the 3.2 million for the Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 shootdown coverage and 7.3 million for the Ferguson riots coverage.[51]
In the Republican Party presidential debate on August 6, 2015, Kelly asked then-presidential candidate Donald Trump whether a man of his temperament ought to be elected president, noting that he has called various women insulting names in the past.[52] Kelly's moderating generated a range of media and political reactions and her professionalism was criticized by Trump.[53][54][55][56] Kelly responded to Trump's criticism by saying she would not "apologize for doing good journalism".[57] Trump declined to attend the Iowa January 28 debate that she moderated.[58] After the debate and off-camera, Ted Cruz said that Kelly had referred to Trump off-camera as "Voldemort", though Fox News denied it.[59] Bill Maher complimented Kelly as being "so much better" than the candidates who attended the January 28 debate and argued that she was a more viable candidate for the Republican nomination.[60] According to reporting by The Atlantic, she had been "ordered" by Rupert Murdoch, then in control of Fox News, "to hit Trump hard".[61]
In an interview with CBS News Sunday Morning, Kelly reflected that she was disappointed with the lack of support she received from coworker Bill O'Reilly and CNN, the latter airing a Trump event the same time as the debate.[62][63] In April, at her request,[64] Kelly met with Trump at Trump Tower, having "a chance to clear the air".[65] The following month, after interviewing Trump and being met with mixed reception,[66] she expressed interest in doing another one with him.[67] In June, she criticized Trump for his claims against judge Gonzalo P. Curiel's impartiality.[68] In October, a contentious discussion between Kelly and Newt Gingrich on The Kelly File regarding Trump's sexual comments in a 2005 audio recording gained widespread social media reaction.[69]
In March 2016, it was announced that Kelly would host a one-hour prime time special on the Fox network wherein she would interview celebrities from the worlds of "politics, entertainment, and other areas of human interest".[70] The special aired in May 2016, which was a sweeps month.[71] It acquired 4.8 million viewers, but placed third in the ratings.[72] Gabriel Sherman wrote of the stakes for Kelly as "high", elaborating that with Kelly being in the final year of her contract with Fox and having confirmed her ambitions, "[t]he special was essentially a public interview for her next job."[73]
In July 2016, amid allegations of sexual harassment on the part of Fox News CEO Roger Ailes, Kelly was reported to have confirmed that she herself was also subjected to his harassment.[74][75] Two days after the report, Ailes resigned from Fox News and his lawyer, Susan Estrich, publicly denied the charge.[76] During her coverage of the 2016 Republican National Convention, her attire received criticism.[77] In a defense of Kelly, Jenavieve Hatch of The Huffington Post commented, "If you're a woman on national television reporting on a political event from hot, humid Cleveland, wearing a weather-appropriate outfit makes you the target of an endless stream of sexist commentary."[78] In September 2016, it was reported that Kelly would be collaborating with Michael De Luca to produce Embeds, a scripted comedy about reporters covering politics, to be aired on a streaming service.[79][80] Kelly appeared on the cover of the February 2016 issue of Vanity Fair.[81] In 2016, she was an honoree for Variety's Power of Women for her addressing child abuse.[82]
2017–2018: NBC News


In late 2016, with her Fox contract in its final months, Kelly was rumored to be actively considering moving to other news networks.[83][84] In January 2017, The New York Times reported that she would leave Fox News for a "triple role" at NBC News, which would include roles as a daytime talk show, hosting a forthcoming Sunday-night newsmagazine, as well as becoming a correspondent for major news events and political coverage.[85][86] She departed Fox News on January 6, 2017, after the last episode of The Kelly File was aired.[87][88] In January 2017 People, quoting an unspecified source, reported that Kelly remained under a non-compete clause with Fox until July 2017, which would prevent her from working for a competitor until the clause expired, unless it would be canceled prior.[89]
On June 2, 2017, Kelly interviewed Russian president Vladimir Putin, first in a panel discussion she moderated at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum and later in a one-on-one interview for the premiere episode of NBC's Sunday Night with Megyn Kelly, which aired June 4, 2017.[90][91][92] Kelly's daytime talk show, Megyn Kelly Today, premiered in September 2017.[93][94][95][96]
Kelly was paid reportedly between $15 million and $20 million a year at NBC.[97] After an initial run of eight episodes in the summer of 2017, NBC decided to bring her newsmagazine show Sunday Night with Megyn Kelly back for summer 2018 after a hiatus for football and the Winter Olympics, but only periodically. However, this return never materialized.[98][99] Instead, Kelly continued to report stories for Dateline NBC during the summer of 2018, continuing her work for the show which she joined in 2017.[100]
On October 23, 2018, Kelly was criticized for on-air remarks she made on Megyn Kelly Today related to the appropriateness of blackface as part of Halloween costumes. She recollected that "when I was a kid, that was okay as long as you were dressing up like a character", and defended Luann de Lesseps's use of skin darkening spray to wear a Diana Ross Halloween costume.[101][102] After receiving backlash for her comments, Kelly issued an internal email apologizing for the remarks later that day.[103] Three days later, NBC canceled Megyn Kelly Today.[104] It had been reported that Kelly was considering ending the program to focus on her role as a correspondent.[105] Her employment was terminated on January 11, 2019, and she was paid the $30 million due for the remainder of her contract.[106][107][108]
2021–present: Sirius XM
Kelly announced the launch of Devil May Care Media, her media production company, on September 10, 2020, with a podcast, The Megyn Kelly Show.[109] Its first episode premiered on September 28, 2020.[110] On July 6, 2021, it was announced that the podcast would move to Sirius XM on September 7, 2021, to broadcast weekdays at 12 noon ET on the talk radio channel Triumph, along with a video simulcast available to Sirius XM subscribers.[111]
Since transitioning to independent media, The Megyn Kelly Show has experienced significant growth. In July 2023, the show’s YouTube channel attracted 116.8 million views, surpassing the viewership of major news outlets during the same period, including NBC News (78 million) and CBS News (83 million).[112] As of January 2025, Kelly’s YouTube channel alone has over 3.2 million subscribers,[7] and it has become one of the top ten podcasts in the U.S. Despite running with a small team. Her show has gained significant traction, positioning her as a prominent figure in the digital media space.[113]
On December 6, 2023, Kelly returned to the moderator desk to co-host the fourth Republican primary debate on NewsNation, alongside Elizabeth Vargas and Eliana Johnson.[114][115] This marked her first return to moderating a presidential debate since her time at Fox News, where she famously moderated the first Republican Party presidential debate in 2015.[116] The debate, which was hosted by independent media figures, was part of the Republican National Committee’s move toward embracing alternative media platforms over traditional establishment networks.[117] The event took place without the participation of Donald Trump, the leading Republican candidate at the time.[118]
On November 4, 2024, the day before the 2024 presidential election, Kelly publicly endorsed Donald Trump at a rally in Pittsburgh. In her speech, she expressed support for his policies on women's rights, border security, immigration, and transgender athletes in women’s sports, stating that he would be a "protector" of women.[119] Afterward, Kelly posted a selfie with Trump on X, captioned, "God bless him. Go vote for him!"[120] While Kelly had previously clashed with Trump during the 2016 campaign, when he referred to her as "nasty" following a widely publicized debate exchange, her endorsement in 2024 revealed a stark change in their relationship.[121][122]
On January 17, 2025, Kelly stated on her show that she would be attending Trump's second inauguration on January 20, and would be delivering remarks on stage at his rally the night before.[123]
On February 18, 2025, Kelly announced the launch of a second podcast, AM Update with Megyn Kelly, which is set to premiere on February 19. Unlike The Megyn Kelly Show, which features guest discussions and debates, AM Update will follow a daily digest format, summarizing major headlines.[124]
On March 10th, 2025, Kelly won the IHeartRadio podcast award for Best Political podcast.[125][126]
Political views
Politically, Kelly identifies as an independent, and told Variety in 2015 that she had voted for both Democrats and Republicans.[127]
In 2025, Kelly opened up about her shift in political standing on The Megyn Kelly Show, stating that:[128]
“When I was at Fox and then for that year at NBC, I was more in the center. I was like definitely center-right. Now I think I'm pretty conservative. I mean, I just am now. I mean, the earth has shifted such that I think I have to say, yes, by today's standards, you'd call me conservative. But that's thanks to them. What they did to me, they were vicious. They're complete assholes. Their woke ideology completely radicalized me against them. And I love that. It empowered me in a way that allowed me to see the truth about them. That was very helpful to me. I wouldn't undo it if I could because it really helped me understand who I was dealing with over there.”
— Megyn Kelly
In response to the 2018 Parkland shooting, Megyn Kelly criticized lawmakers for their failure to pass meaningful gun reform, expressing frustration with the cycle of sorrow following mass shootings without real action. She argued that politicians lack the courage to push through change and that most proposed reforms would be ineffective. Kelly also pointed to the NRA's significant influence as a major barrier to reform, emphasizing the need for both politicians and the public to demand serious action.[129]
In June 2023, Kelly explained that her opinion had shifted from supporting "preferred pronouns" to opposing them, citing concerns about their connection to gender-affirming care for minors. She argued that such policies harmed women’s rights and children’s safety. Kelly stated she would no longer use preferred pronouns but would still approach transgender individuals with empathy. She also criticized the inclusion of transgender women in women’s spaces and sports, as well as medical intervention for transgender youth.[130]
In April 2024, Kelly revealed that she voted for Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election and would vote for him again in 2024 despite their turbulent relationship in the past. She explained that her decision was driven particularly by issues like transgender issues and cultural changes that were affecting her children. Kelly stated that her vote was based on principles rather than personal preference, emphasizing her desire to protect traditional values and preserve fundamental freedoms.[131][132]
In October 2024, after Taylor Swift endorsed Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election, citing Tim Walz's LGBTQ policies, Kelly criticized her during an on stage interview with Tucker Carlson. She accused Swift of "alienating half her fan base" by taking a side in a hotly contested presidential election, adding, about his LGBTQ policies, "...and that is what Taylor Swift just endorsed for your children. So screw you, Taylor Swift."[133]
Writing
In February 2016, Kelly signed an agreement with HarperCollins to write an autobiography scheduled for release later that year, in a deal worth more than $10 million.[134][135][136] The book, titled Settle for More, was released on November 15, 2016.[137][138]
Accolades
- In 2009, Kelly received an award from Childhelp for her work as a Fox News anchor covering the subject of child abuse.[139]
- Kelly was honored with an Alumni Achievement Award from the Albany Law School in 2010 for her 15th class reunion.[140]
- She was included in the 2014 Time list of the 100 most influential people.[8][9][10]
- On September 26, 2015, Kelly was inducted into the Hall of Fame at Bethlehem Central High School, her alma mater.[141]
In popular culture
Bombshell
Bombshell, a 2019 film depicting Roger Ailes' sexual abuses and his subsequent resignation from Fox News, was released on December 13, 2019. Kelly is portrayed in the film by Charlize Theron, who was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance.[142] Kelly said she was not consulted for the film's content;[143] however, after viewing a screening of the film, Kelly held a roundtable discussion with other involved parties such as Juliet Huddy, Rudi Bakhtiar, Douglas Brunt, and former Fox News producer Julie Zann. Kelly confirmed and denied several moments in the film, while describing the film overall as an emotional experience for her.[144][145]
Mr. Birchum
In early 2023, Kelly teased that she had to join SAG-AFTRA for an upcoming secret project. On November 30, 2023, she revealed on her show that she was set to star alongside Danny Trejo, Roseanne Barr, and Adam Carolla in Mr. Birchum, a new Daily Wire adult animated comedy series which debuted in early 2024.[146][147]
Personal life
Kelly was first married in 2001 to Daniel Kendall, an anesthesiologist, in a Catholic ceremony. Their marriage ended in divorce in 2006.[148] In March 2024, Kelly disclosed that she was undergoing the Catholic annulment process for her marriage with Kendall.[149]
In 2008, Kelly married Douglas Brunt, then president and CEO of the cybersecurity firm Authentium.[150] Brunt later transitioned to a career as a full-time writer and novelist.[151] The couple has three children: Son Yates (born 2009), daughter Yardley (born 2011), and son Thatcher (born 2013),[152][153][154][155] all conceived through in vitro fertilization.[156][157] The family resides in Connecticut during the school year, and spends summers at their waterfront home in New Jersey.[158]

Kelly is a lifelong Roman Catholic.[159] She has appeared at a fundraiser for the conservative group Moms for Liberty and Turning Point USA's Young Women's Leadership Summit.[160][161] She has been open about her health challenges, revealing that she has Raynaud's disease.[162][163]
In 2022, Kelly announced that her older sister, Suzanne Crossley, had died from a heart attack following a battle with addiction.[164] Crossley left behind three children and a grandson.[165][166]
See also
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But I'm Catholic. I've lived as a Catholic my whole life, but I haven't heard my fellow Catholics speak so snidely about our faith, other than in this email.
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