History of Joy Taylor in Timeline

Joy Taylor is an American media personality and television host currently working for Fox Sports 1 (FS1). She is known for co-hosting the show "Speak" alongside Keyshawn Johnson and Paul Pierce, contributing to sports commentary and analysis on the network. Taylor's role places her as a prominent figure in sports media, where she provides insights and opinions on various sporting events and related topics.

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January 17, 1987: Joy Taylor's Birth

On January 17, 1987, Joy Allison Taylor was born. She is an American media personality and television host for Fox Sports 1 (FS1).

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2009: Graduation from Barry University

In 2009, Joy Taylor graduated from Barry University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in broadcast communications. During this time, she was the host of the radio show The Noise and also managed the university's radio station, WBRY 1640 AM.

March 2016: Joins Fox Sports

In March 2016, Joy Taylor joined FOX Sports, initially filling in various roles on FS1, including substituting for Kristine Leahy on The Herd with Colin Cowherd.

August 15, 2016: Moderator for "Skip and Shannon: Undisputed"

On August 15, 2016, Fox Sports announced that Joy Taylor would be the moderator for FS1's sports debate show Skip and Shannon: Undisputed, alongside commentators Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe.

2016: Marriage to Richard Giannotti

In 2016, Joy Taylor married former professional baseball player Richard Giannotti.

January 2017: Alleged Incident at West Hollywood Party

In January 2017, an alleged incident occurred at a party for Joy Taylor in West Hollywood, where Fox Sports executive Charlie Dixon allegedly harassed hairstylist Noushin Faraji. This event later became part of a lawsuit filed in 2025.

2017: Divorce and Domestic Abuse Revelation

In 2017, Joy Taylor and Richard Giannotti divorced. During an episode of Undisputed in 2017, Taylor revealed that she is a survivor of domestic abuse.

2017: Brother inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame

In 2017, Joy Taylor's brother, former NFL defensive end Jason Taylor, was voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame after playing 15 seasons in the National Football League.

September 2018: Engagement to Earl Watson

In September 2018, news broke that Joy Taylor was engaged to former NBA point guard and coach Earl Watson.

2018: Move to "The Herd with Colin Cowherd"

In 2018, Fox announced that starting June 18, Joy Taylor would move from Undisputed to The Herd with Colin Cowherd, which airs on FS1 and Fox Sports Radio.

September 9, 2021: Host of "The Joy Taylor Show"

On September 9, 2021, it was announced that Joy Taylor would host her own Saturday program, The Joy Taylor Show, on Fox Sports Radio.

September 6, 2022: Co-hosting "Speak" on FS1

On September 6, 2022, Joy Taylor began co-hosting Speak on FS1.

January 5, 2025: Named in Harassment Lawsuit

On January 5, 2025, Joy Taylor was named in a lawsuit filed by former Fox Sports hairstylist Noushin Faraji against Fox Sports, alleging sexual and workplace harassment involving Fox Sports executive Charlie Dixon. The lawsuit included claims about Taylor's alleged behavior and relationship with Dixon.