Childhood and Education Journey of Megyn Kelly in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Megyn Kelly. From birth to education, explore key events.

Megyn Kelly is an American journalist, attorney, political commentator, and media personality. She hosts "The Megyn Kelly Show" on Sirius XM and YouTube. Prior to her current role, Kelly held prominent positions at Fox News from 2004 to 2017, where she hosted "America Live" and "The Kelly File," and at NBC News from 2017 to 2018, anchoring "Megyn Kelly Today." In 2025 she launched MK Media, a podcast and video network. She was recognized as one of Time's 100 most influential people in 2014 and 2025.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Controversies & Scandals

1964: Birth of Sister, Suzanne

In 1964, Megyn Kelly's older sister, Suzanne, was born. Suzanne passed away in 2022.

1965: Birth of Brother, Pete

Around 1965, Megyn Kelly's older brother, Pete, was born.

November 18, 1970: Megyn Kelly's Birth

On November 18, 1970, Megyn Kelly was born in Champaign, Illinois, to Edward Francis Kelly and Linda (née DeMaio).

1985: Death of Father

In 1985, Megyn Kelly's father died of a heart attack when she was 15 years old.

1992: Graduated from Syracuse University

In 1992, Megyn Kelly graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Arts in political science.

1995: Graduated from Albany Law School

In 1995, Megyn Kelly graduated from Albany Law School with a Juris Doctor degree.

2001: First Marriage

In 2001, Megyn Kelly was first married to Daniel Kendall, an anesthesiologist, in a Catholic ceremony.

2006: Divorce from Daniel Kendall

In 2006, Megyn Kelly's marriage to Daniel Kendall ended in divorce.

2008: Registered as Independent

In 2008, Megyn Kelly has been a registered independent.

2008: Marriage to Douglas Brunt

In 2008, Megyn Kelly married Douglas Brunt, then president and CEO of Authentium.

2009: Birth of Son Yates

In 2009, Megyn Kelly and Douglas Brunt had their first child, a son named Yates, conceived through in vitro fertilization.

2011: Birth of Daughter Yardley

In 2011, Megyn Kelly and Douglas Brunt had their second child, a daughter named Yardley, conceived through in vitro fertilization.

July 2013: Left America Live and Took Maternity Leave

In July 2013, Kelly left America Live and took maternity leave from Fox News.

2013: Birth of Son Thatcher

In 2013, Megyn Kelly and Douglas Brunt had their third child, a son named Thatcher, conceived through in vitro fertilization.

2015: Voting History

In 2015, Megyn Kelly told Variety that she had voted for both Democrats and Republicans.

February 2016: Book Deal with HarperCollins

In February 2016, Megyn Kelly signed an agreement with HarperCollins to write an autobiography, in a deal worth more than $10 million.

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November 15, 2016: Release of 'Settle for More'

On November 15, 2016, Megyn Kelly's autobiography, titled Settle for More, was released.

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2020: Voted for Donald Trump

In April 2024, Megyn Kelly revealed that she voted for Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election

2022: Death of Sister Suzanne Crossley

In 2022, Megyn Kelly's older sister, Suzanne Crossley, died from a heart attack following a battle with opioid addiction, leaving behind three children and a grandson.

2023: Shift in Preferred Pronouns Opinion

In 2023, Megyn Kelly explained that her opinion had shifted from supporting "preferred pronouns" to opposing them, citing concerns about their connection to gender-affirming care for minors, and the effects on women's rights and children's safety.

March 2024: Disclosure of Annulment Process

In March 2024, Megyn Kelly disclosed that she was undergoing the Catholic annulment process for her marriage with Daniel Kendall.

April 2024: Revealed 2020 Vote and Support for 2024

In April 2024, Megyn Kelly revealed that she voted for Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election and would vote for him again in 2024, driven by issues like transgender issues and cultural changes affecting her children.

November 4, 2024: Public Endorsement of Donald Trump

On November 4, 2024, the day before the 2024 presidential election, Megyn Kelly publicly endorsed Donald Trump at a rally in Pittsburgh, citing his policies on women's rights, border security, immigration, and transgender athletes.

January 17, 2025: Announcement of Trump Inauguration Attendance

On January 17, 2025, Megyn Kelly announced on her show that she would attend Donald Trump's second inauguration on January 20 and deliver remarks at his rally the night before.

August 2025: Remarks on the Gaza War

In August 2025, during a discussion with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene about the Gaza war, Megyn Kelly stated that while children in Gaza are "starving and hurting," she blames Hamas, accusing them of stealing aid and using the suffering of children for propaganda.

August 2025: Gun Reform Discussion on The Megyn Kelly Show

In August 2025, in response to the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting, Megyn Kelly argued on The Megyn Kelly Show that broad gun reform would be ineffective in the United States, advocating for targeted interventions for individuals with serious mental health concerns.

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