Career Timeline of Greg Gutfeld: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Greg Gutfeld

Discover the career path of Greg Gutfeld, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Greg Gutfeld is an American television host, political commentator, comedian, and author known for his conservative and libertarian viewpoints. He hosts the late-night talk show *Gutfeld!*, previously *The Greg Gutfeld Show*, on Fox News. Gutfeld's work often involves satirical commentary on current events and political issues, making him a prominent figure in conservative media. He is known for his libertarian leanings and outspoken views on various social and political topics.

1995: Staff Writer at Men's Health

In 1995, Gutfeld became a staff writer at Men's Health magazine, marking a step in his early career.

1999: Editor-in-Chief of Men's Health

In 1999, Gutfeld was promoted to editor-in-chief of Men's Health magazine.

2000: Replaced as Editor-in-Chief

In 2000, Gutfeld was replaced as editor-in-chief of Men's Health magazine by David Zinczenko.

2003: Fired from Stuff Magazine

In 2003, Gutfeld was fired from his position as editor-in-chief of Stuff magazine after a controversial stunt at a Magazine Publishers of America conference. He then became "director of brand development" at Dennis Publishing.

2004: Editor of Maxim UK

In 2004, Gutfeld became the editor of Maxim magazine in the U.K.

2005: Began contributing to The Huffington Post

In 2005, Gutfeld began contributing to The Huffington Post, marking his entry into online commentary.

2006: Contract Not Renewed at Maxim

In 2006, Gutfeld's contract with Maxim magazine in the U.K. expired and was not renewed after losses in readership during his tenure.

February 5, 2007: Hosting Red Eye

On February 5, 2007, Gutfeld began hosting the late-night talk show Red Eye on Fox News Channel.

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October 2007: Red Eye Time Slot Change

In October 2007, the show Red Eye began airing at 3 a.m. Monday through Saturday mornings, while retaining its 11 p.m. timeslot on Saturday evenings.

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2007: Host of Red Eye

In 2007, Gutfeld began hosting the 3 a.m. series Red Eye, a late-night talk show on Fox News.

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October 2008: End of Huffington Post Contribution

In October 2008, Gutfeld stopped contributing to The Huffington Post, concluding his tenure with the online platform.

July 11, 2011: Co-host on The Five

On July 11, 2011, Gutfeld became a co-host and panelist on the Fox News political talk show The Five.

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2013: Bill Schulz as Gutfeld's sidekick and Andy Levy as the show's ombudsman

From 2007 to 2013, Bill Schulz served as Gutfeld's sidekick and Andy Levy was the show's ombudsman.

February 2015: Gutfeld Leaves Red Eye

In February 2015, Gutfeld left Red Eye, and Tom Shillue succeeded him as host.

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May 2015: The Greg Gutfeld Show Premiere

In May 2015, The Greg Gutfeld Show, a late-night comedy talk show hosted by Greg Gutfeld, premiered on Saturday nights.

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May 31, 2015: Premiere of The Greg Gutfeld Show

On May 31, 2015, Gutfeld began hosting The Greg Gutfeld Show on Fox News.

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2015: End of Red Eye Hosting

In 2015, Gutfeld ended his hosting duties for the 3 a.m. series Red Eye, a late-night talk show on Fox News.

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February 2021: Move to Weeknights Announced

In February 2021, it was announced that The Greg Gutfeld Show would move to weeknights.

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March 2021: The Greg Gutfeld Show Moves to Weeknights

In March 2021, it was announced that The Greg Gutfeld Show would move from Saturday nights to weeknights.

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April 5, 2021: Premiere of Gutfeld!

On April 5, 2021, Gutfeld!'s premiere aired.

August 2021: Gutfeld! Overtakes The Late Show

In August 2021, Gutfeld! overtook The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in nightly ratings.

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2021: Viewership Numbers for Gutfeld! and The Five

By the end of 2021, the combined viewership for Gutfeld! and The Five averaged over five million viewers.

June 2023: Gutfeld! Moves to 10 P.M. ET

In June 2023, Fox News announced that Gutfeld! would move to 10 P.M. ET beginning July 17, as part of a larger realignment of its primetime schedule.