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Brian Kilmeade is one of the hardest-working names in media. On air for six hours a day, five days a week, he has been a dominant force in American broadcasting since joining Fox News in 1997.

Television Dominance

Kilmeade serves as the co-host of Fox & Friends, the undisputed #1 morning show in cable news. Alongside Steve Doocy and Ainsley Earhardt, he provides millions of viewers with the latest in breaking news, sports, politics, and entertainment every weekday from 6 to 9 a.m. ET.

In 2022, Kilmeade expanded his television footprint with the launch of One Nation with Brian Kilmeade, a weekend primetime program on Fox News Channel that tackles the biggest issues facing the country. He also continues to host the popular historical series What Made America Great on the streaming service Fox Nation.

Radio Powerhouse

Immediately following his morning TV duties, Kilmeade hosts the nationally syndicated The Brian Kilmeade Show on Fox News Talk from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET. Consistently ranked among the most powerful shows in the industry by Talkers Magazine, the program provides listeners with high-profile interviews and Kilmeade’s signature take on the news of the day.

Best-Selling Author

A prolific writer, Kilmeade is the author of seven New York Times best-sellers. His distinct brand of accessible history includes the smash hits George Washington’s Secret Six, Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates, Andrew Jackson and the Miracle of New Orleans, Sam Houston and the Alamo Avengers, and The President and the Freedom Fighter. His most recent work, Teddy and Booker T., continued his streak of bringing pivotal American stories to life. Combined, his books have sold millions of copies worldwide.

Background and Personal Life

Prior to joining FNC, Kilmeade worked as a sports anchor and reporter, with stops at KHSC-TV, XTRA AM690, and the inaugural Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) events. His diverse background also includes 10 years of experience as a stand-up comedian.

He currently resides in Massapequa, NY, with his wife, Dawn. They have three adult children. A lifelong soccer enthusiast, Kilmeade remains active in the sport he played at LIU-CW Post, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1986.