History of Brian Kilmeade in Timeline

Brian Kilmeade is an American television and radio host, political commentator, and author. He is best known for co-hosting Fox News' morning show, Fox & Friends, and hosting The Brian Kilmeade Show on Fox News Radio. Kilmeade also hosts One Nation with Brian Kilmeade on weekends. In addition to his broadcasting career, he has written or co-authored several books, spanning both non-fiction and fiction genres. His prominent role on Fox News positions him as a significant voice in American political commentary and media.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education

1905: Birth of James Kilmeade Sr.

In 1905, James Kilmeade Sr., Brian Kilmeade's paternal grandfather, was born in Longford, Ireland.

1925: Immigration of James Kilmeade Sr. to New York

In 1925, James Kilmeade Sr. immigrated to New York from Longford, Ireland.

1930: James Kilmeade Sr. becomes a U.S. Citizen

In 1930, James Kilmeade Sr., Brian Kilmeade's grandfather, became a U.S. citizen.

1931: Birth of Brian Kilmeade's father

In 1931, James Kilmeade Jr., Brian Kilmeade's father, was born.

1934: Birth of Brian Kilmeade's mother

In 1934, Marie Rose (née D'Andrea), Brian Kilmeade's mother, was born in Ozone Park and raised in St. Albans, Queens.

1960: Marriage of Brian Kilmeade's parents

In 1960, Marie Rose and James Kilmeade Jr., Brian Kilmeade's parents, were married.

May 7, 1964: Brian Kilmeade's Birth

On May 7, 1964, Brian Kilmeade was born. He would later become a television and radio presenter and political commentator for Fox News.

1964: Brian Kilmeade's birth

In 1964, Brian Kilmeade was born in Massapequa, New York, the second son of Marie Rose and James Kilmeade Jr.

1982: Graduation from High School

In 1982, Brian Kilmeade graduated from Massapequa High School.

1986: College Graduation

In 1986, Brian Kilmeade graduated from LIU Post in Brookville, New York, with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

1993: Kilmeade joins UFC announcing team

In 1993, Brian Kilmeade joined Jim Brown as part of the announcing team for the inaugural Ultimate Fighting Championship event, conducting post-fight interviews.

1994: Kilmeade moves into play-by-play role for UFC

In 1994, Brian Kilmeade moved into the play-by-play role for UFC 2 and UFC 3.

1997: Freelance Sports Anchor for WVIT

In 1997, Brian Kilmeade began working as a freelance sports anchor for WVIT (NBC) in Hartford, Connecticut, and also became a sideline reporter for MSG's coverage of Major League Soccer for the MetroStars.

1998: Co-hosting Fox & Friends

Since 1998, Brian Kilmeade has co-hosted Fox's cable morning television show, Fox & Friends, along with Steve Doocy and E. D. Hill.

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April 2006: Filling Fox News Radio Time Slot

In April 2006, Brian Kilmeade filled the Fox News Radio time slot of Tony Snow, who had left the network to become the White House press secretary.

July 8, 2009: Controversial comments about race and genetics

On July 8, 2009, while discussing a study about marriage and Alzheimer's disease, Brian Kilmeade made controversial comments about race and genetics, suggesting that Swedes and Finns have 'pure genes' because they marry within their own ethnicities.

July 20, 2009: Apology for offensive remarks

On July 20, 2009, Brian Kilmeade apologized for his remarks made on July 8, stating that they were offensive and inappropriate and that he did not intend to offend anyone.

2010: Controversial statement about Muslims and Terrorists

In 2010, Brian Kilmeade stated that "not all Muslims are terrorists, but all terrorists are Muslims," later clarifying that he misspoke and was referring to the terrorists who attacked the U.S. on 9/11, as well as the USS Cole, Khobar Towers, and the 1998 embassy bombings.

June 3, 2014: Comments about Bowe Bergdahl's father

On June 3, 2014, Brian Kilmeade made a reference about Bowe Bergdahl's father, questioning why he still had a beard that made him look like a member of the Taliban, even after his son was released from captivity.

June 22, 2018: Defense of Trump administration family separation policy

On June 22, 2018, on Fox & Friends, Brian Kilmeade defended the Trump administration family separation policy by saying, "Like it or not, these are not our kids" in reference to children of illegal immigrants who had been separated from their parents.

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2018: Criticism of Lesley Stahl's climate change question

In 2018, Brian Kilmeade criticized Lesley Stahl of 60 Minutes for asking President Donald Trump about climate change, accusing Stahl of pushing an "agenda" and injecting her "point of view" into the interview.

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2020: Disputing claims about the 2020 election

In January 2022, Brian Kilmeade disputed claims about the 2020 election stating that he has not seen any proof that the 2020 election had been stolen from Trump.

January 6, 2021: Messages to Mark Meadows during Capitol riot

On January 6, 2021, Brian Kilmeade sent messages to White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, urging him to get Trump to condemn the ongoing riot at the Capitol.

January 2022: Critical comments about Trump

In January 2022, Brian Kilmeade spoke critically of Donald Trump, stating that he should "learn to lose" and that he had "not seen any" proof that the 2020 election had been stolen.

August 2022: Sharing digitally altered photo

In August 2022, while hosting Tucker Carlson Tonight, Brian Kilmeade shared a digitally-altered photo of Judge Bruce Reinhart receiving a foot massage from Ghislaine Maxwell. The next day, Brian Kilmeade issued a statement that the photo was fake and that it had been shown as a joke.

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