History of Kimberly Guilfoyle in Timeline
Kimberly Guilfoyle is an American television news personality and former prosecutor who served as a district attorney in San Francisco and Los Angeles. She later transitioned into a political role, working on Donald Trump's 2020 presidential campaign where she held responsibilities in advising and fundraising.
1957: Tony Guilfoyle immigrates to the United States
In 1957, Kimberly Guilfoyle's father, Tony Guilfoyle, immigrated to the United States.
1958: Tony Guilfoyle is drafted into the U.S. Army
Tony Guilfoyle was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1958.
March 9, 1969: Kimberly Guilfoyle is born
Kimberly Ann Guilfoyle was born on March 9, 1969.
1994: Kimberly Guilfoyle Graduates Law School
Kimberly Guilfoyle received her Juris Doctor from the University of San Francisco School of Law in 1994.
1996: Kimberly Guilfoyle Loses Job as Prosecutor
In 1996, Kimberly Guilfoyle was let go from her position as a prosecutor in San Francisco when Terence Hallinan assumed the role of district attorney and dismissed 14 prosecutors.
2000: Kimberly Guilfoyle begins work as an assistant district attorney in San Francisco
In 2000, Kimberly Guilfoyle started working as an assistant district attorney in San Francisco.
2000: Kimberly Guilfoyle is rehired as an assistant district attorney in San Francisco
Kimberly Guilfoyle was rehired by Hallinan in the San Francisco District Attorney's Office in 2000.
December 2001: Marriage to Gavin Newsom
Kimberly Guilfoyle married politician Gavin Newsom in December 2001.
2002: Kimberly Guilfoyle secures conviction in the People v. Noel and Knoller case
In 2002, Kimberly Guilfoyle, alongside James Hammer, secured a conviction in the People v. Noel and Knoller case.
2003: Gavin Newsom Elected Mayor of San Francisco
In 2003, Gavin Newsom, then husband of Kimberly Guilfoyle, was elected mayor of San Francisco.
January 2004: Kimberly Guilfoyle relocates to New York to host "Both Sides" and joins Anderson Cooper 360°
In January 2004, Kimberly Guilfoyle made the move to New York City to take on the role of host for the Court TV program "Both Sides". Concurrently, she served as a legal analyst for Anderson Cooper 360°.
September 2004: Appearance in Harper's Bazaar
Kimberly Guilfoyle and Gavin Newsom appeared in the September 2004 issue of Harper's Bazaar, posed at the Getty Villa, and were dubbed the "New Kennedys".
2004: Kimberly Guilfoyle concludes her second tenure as an assistant district attorney in San Francisco
Kimberly Guilfoyle concluded her second tenure as an assistant district attorney in San Francisco in 2004.
2004: Kimberly Guilfoyle ends her tenure as an assistant district attorney in San Francisco
Kimberly Guilfoyle concluded her role as an assistant district attorney in San Francisco in 2004.
January 2005: Divorce Filing
In January 2005, Kimberly Guilfoyle and Gavin Newsom filed for divorce, citing the strain of their bicoastal marriage.
February 2006: Kimberly Guilfoyle begins hosting "The Lineup" on Fox News
Kimberly Guilfoyle joined Fox News in February 2006 as the host of the weekend show "The Lineup".
February 28, 2006: Divorce from Gavin Newsom Finalized
Kimberly Guilfoyle and Gavin Newsom's divorce was finalized on February 28, 2006.
May 27, 2006: Marriage to Eric Villency
Kimberly Guilfoyle married furniture heir Eric Villency on May 27, 2006, in Barbados.
October 4, 2006: Birth of Son
Kimberly Guilfoyle gave birth to her son with Eric Villency on October 4, 2006.
2006: Kimberly Guilfoyle starts working at Fox News
In 2006, Kimberly Guilfoyle joined Fox News.
2007: Newsom Affair Scandal
In 2007, news broke of Gavin Newsom's affair with Ruby Rippey-Tourk, the wife of his then-campaign manager. It remains unclear if Kimberly Guilfoyle was aware of the affair before the scandal became public.
2008: Tony Guilfoyle passes away
Tony Guilfoyle died in 2008.
November 2009: Divorce from Eric Villency
Kimberly Guilfoyle and Eric Villency divorced in November 2009.
2011: Kimberly Guilfoyle Becomes Co-host of "The Five"
Kimberly Guilfoyle was chosen as a co-host for "The Five" in 2011.
2014: Kimberly Guilfoyle commences hosting, later co-hosting, "Outnumbered"
Kimberly Guilfoyle took on the role of host and subsequently co-host for "Outnumbered" for nearly 50 episodes starting in 2014.
2015: Kimberly Guilfoyle Publishes "Making the Case: How to Be Your Own Best Advocate"
In 2015, Harper Collins published "Making the Case: How to Be Your Own Best Advocate," a semi-autobiographical advice book by Kimberly Guilfoyle.
December 2016: Kimberly Guilfoyle Considered for Press Secretary Role
Reports surfaced in December 2016 that Kimberly Guilfoyle was under consideration for the role of press secretary for Donald Trump.
May 12, 2017: Bob Beckel suggests Kimberly Guilfoyle declined press secretary position
On May 12, 2017, Bob Beckel implied that Kimberly Guilfoyle had rejected the offer of press secretary.
May 15, 2017: Kimberly Guilfoyle confirms contact with White House regarding press secretary role
Kimberly Guilfoyle confirmed on May 15, 2017, that she had been in communication with the White House concerning the press secretary position.
2017: "The O'Reilly Factor", featuring Kimberly Guilfoyle, is canceled
"The O'Reilly Factor", where Kimberly Guilfoyle had a recurring segment, was canceled in 2017.
2017: Kimberly Guilfoyle signs long-term contract extension with Fox
Kimberly Guilfoyle signed a long-term contract extension with Fox in mid-2017.
June 2018: Confirmation of Relationship with Donald Trump Jr.
In June 2018, Vanessa Trump confirmed that Kimberly Guilfoyle was dating Donald Trump Jr.
June 2018: Kimberly Guilfoyle's final appearances on "Outnumbered"
Kimberly Guilfoyle made her last appearances on "Outnumbered" in June 2018.
July 2018: Kimberly Guilfoyle departs Fox News amid allegations
July 2018 marked Kimberly Guilfoyle's abrupt departure from Fox News, coinciding with her starting work for a pro-Donald Trump super PAC. This departure followed a year-long investigation into a sexual harassment allegation against her.
2018: Kimberly Guilfoyle Described as Conservative Cheerleader
The Washington Post labeled Kimberly Guilfoyle as a "conservative cheerleader" for President Trump in 2018.
2018: Kimberly Guilfoyle departs from Fox News and joins America First Policies
Kimberly Guilfoyle ended her time at Fox News and joined America First Policies, a pro-Trump super PAC, in 2018.
2018: Kimberly Guilfoyle's tenure on "The Five" comes to an end
In 2018, Kimberly Guilfoyle's time as a host on "The Five" concluded.
2019: Joint Home Purchase in The Hamptons
In mid-2019, Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. bought a $4.4 million home together in The Hamptons.
2019: Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr.'s Controversial School Campus Tour
Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. embarked on a tour of school campuses in 2019, sparking controversy and protests.
August 2020: Kimberly Guilfoyle's speech at the Republican National Convention sparks debate
Kimberly Guilfoyle's speech endorsing Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention in August 2020 drew mixed reactions, with some criticizing its tone and others praising its passion.
2020: Kimberly Guilfoyle leads fundraising division for Trump 2020 campaign
In 2020, Kimberly Guilfoyle headed a fundraising division for the Trump 2020 campaign.
2020: Kimberly Guilfoyle's role in the Trump 2020 Presidential Campaign
In 2020, Kimberly Guilfoyle played a significant role in Donald Trump's presidential campaign, serving in advisory and fundraising capacities.
December 31, 2020: Engagement to Donald Trump Jr.
Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. got engaged on December 31, 2020, although the news wasn't made public until January 2022.
January 6, 2021: "Save America March" Address and Capitol Attack
On January 6, 2021, Kimberly Guilfoyle participated in the "Save America March", addressing the crowd and joining the march to the Capitol, which resulted in the attack on the Capitol. She was involved in organizing the protest and fundraising millions of dollars for it. Guilfoyle delivered a 2.5-minute speech at the rally, for which she was paid $60,000, and was featured in a video screened at the rally.
March 2021: Sale of The Hamptons Home and Purchase of Jupiter, Florida Home
Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. sold their Hamptons home for $8.14 million in March 2021, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. That same month, they purchased a $9.7 million home in Jupiter, Florida.
January 2022: Engagement Announcement
Kimberly Guilfoyle's engagement to Donald Trump Jr. was publicly announced in January 2022.