Fox News confirmed the departure of Kimberly Guilfoyle, one of its longest-serving hosts, with a brief statement on Friday. After 12 years with the network, the 49-year-old former prosecutor and TV personality will no longer be seen on The Five, where she had become a staple in the show’s panel. Guilfoyle, who joined Fox in 2006, made headlines with her outspoken support of the network’s leadership and controversial figures, including Roger Ailes and Bill O’Reilly. However, her exit seems to coincide with her growing political alignment, notably through her relationship with Donald Trump Jr.
Family first: Kimberly Guilfoyle, 49, is reportedly stepping down from her job hosting The Five on Fox News after joining the network in February 2006 (Guilfoyle and Don Jr.in Monaco last week)
Guilfoyle will reportedly take a job with the America First PAC, though it is unclear if this is a permanent move or just a leave of absence from Fox News (Guilfoyle and Don Jr with President Trump in June)
The details of her departure are still unclear, but multiple sources have suggested that Guilfoyle will be taking on a role with America First PAC, a super PAC that supports Trump’s political agenda. The decision reportedly comes after months of speculation, and while sources close to her have denied she was pushed out, some reports suggest her exit wasn’t entirely voluntary.
Her absence from The Five has raised eyebrows, especially since the network has reportedly decided not to allow her a formal goodbye after such a long tenure. Instead, Katie Pavlich is temporarily filling in for her. Despite her best efforts to clarify her position, including a public statement on Instagram live, many have continued to speculate about whether her relationship with Trump Jr. and her increasing focus on the political landscape influenced her departure.
Guilfoyle’s transition into a more politically active role isn’t a surprise given her past commentary about her boyfriend’s potential political career. She has publicly praised Donald Trump Jr., calling him the “number one up-and-coming political figure on the right.” She also expressed her belief that his future in politics could extend as far as running for office.
Interestingly, her departure comes amidst a significant amount of media attention surrounding her relationship with Trump Jr., with some even speculating that her career choices and the attention on her personal life might have played a role in the end of her run at Fox News. This departure might signal a shift for Guilfoyle, who has always had strong political ambitions, and it remains to be seen whether her future will focus more on political advocacy than broadcasting.
With a history of being vocal and unapologetic in her support for conservative figures, including a significant role in promoting the Trump family, it’s clear that Guilfoyle is poised for a new chapter, potentially leaving behind her broadcasting career to focus on supporting the Trump agenda through the America First PAC. The next step in her political journey will undoubtedly continue to make waves, whether or not her exit from Fox News was on her terms.
For now, it’s clear that Guilfoyle’s move reflects not only the changing nature of her career but also the increasing influence of political affiliations in shaping the careers of high-profile media personalities. Will she remain a strong figure in the Trump orbit? Time will tell, but one thing is certain: her departure from Fox News marks the end of an era.
