History of Billy Bush in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 29, 2026

William Hall "Billy" Bush is an American radio and television host, known for his work on shows like "Access Hollywood." He gained significant notoriety in 2016 when a 2005 tape surfaced featuring him in a lewd conversation with Donald Trump. The tape led to his termination from NBC's "Today" show. He is a member of the Bush family, nephew of President George H.W. Bush and cousin of President George W. Bush and former Florida Governor Jeb Bush.

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October 17, 1971: Billy Bush Born

On October 17, 1971, William Hall Bush, later known as Billy Bush, was born. He is the nephew of former president George H.W. Bush and cousin of former president George W. Bush and former Florida governor Jeb Bush.

October 7, 2016: Audio Leaks of Lewd Conversation

On October 7, 2016, The Washington Post released video footage of Donald Trump and Billy Bush having a lewd conversation. The conversation included Trump discussing a failed attempt to seduce a married woman and Bush commenting on Arianne Zucker's appearance, calling her "hot as shit".

October 9, 2016: Billy Bush Suspended from Today

On October 9, 2016, NBC suspended Billy Bush from Today due to his role in the 2005 video with Donald Trump. The suspension was pending an internal review following the controversy.

May 5, 2025: Bush Announces Departure from Extra

On May 5, 2025, Billy Bush announced that he was departing from Extra after six seasons, in order to be more involved with his new podcast, Hot Mics with Billy Bush.