Sean Patrick Hannity is a prominent American conservative political commentator, radio host, and television personality. He is widely recognized for his long-running syndicated talk radio show, "The Sean Hannity Show," and his commentary program, "Hannity," which has been a staple on Fox News since 2009. Known for his conservative viewpoints, Hannity's shows often feature political commentary, interviews, and discussions on current events.
December 30, 1961: Sean Hannity's Birth
On December 30, 1961, Sean Patrick Hannity was born. This event marks the birth of the future conservative political commentator and television host.
1982: Hannity Starts a House-Painting Business
In 1982, Sean Hannity started his entrepreneurial journey by founding a house-painting business.
1989: Hannity's Controversial Comments on KCSB Radio Show
In 1989, Sean Hannity's time at KCSB radio station ended due to his controversial comments about the LGBTQ+ community and AIDS, including the promotion of harmful misinformation.
1989: Hannity's First Foray into Talk Radio
In 1989, while working as a general contractor, Sean Hannity began his career in talk radio as a volunteer host at KCSB-FM, the college radio station of UC Santa Barbara.
1989: Hannity's First Talk Radio Show
Sean Hannity hosted his first talk radio show in 1989 at KCSB-FM, the volunteer college station at UC Santa Barbara, while also working as a general contractor. He dedicated 40 hours of air time to the show.
1991: Hannity Meets Rhodes
Sean Hannity met Jill Rhodes in 1991 while working at WVNN in Huntsville, Alabama.
1992: Hannity Joins WGST in Atlanta
In 1992, Sean Hannity moved to Atlanta to join WGST, filling the position left vacant by Neal Boortz, who had transitioned to a competing station, WSB.
1993: Hannity and Rhodes Marry
Sean Hannity and Jill Rhodes got married in 1993.
September 1996: Roger Ailes Hires Hannity for Fox News
In September 1996, Roger Ailes, co-founder of Fox News, made the decision to hire a then relatively unknown Sean Hannity to host a television program. The program was tentatively titled "Hannity and LTBD" (short for "liberal to be determined") and eventually became "Hannity & Colmes" with the addition of co-host Alan Colmes.
1996: Hannity & Colmes Premieres on Fox News
In 1996, "Hannity & Colmes," a television program co-hosted by Sean Hannity and Alan Colmes, premiered on Fox News.
January 1997: Hannity Joins WABC Full-Time
In January 1997, WABC in New York offered Sean Hannity a full-time position, initially in a late-night time slot. He had previously substituted for their afternoon drive-time host during Christmas week.
January 1998: Hannity Moves to Drive-Time Slot on WABC
In January 1998, Sean Hannity transitioned to the afternoon drive-time slot on WABC, the same slot he had temporarily filled a year earlier.
1998: Birth of Hannity's Son
Sean Hannity's son, Patrick, was born in 1998.
September 10, 2001: National Syndication of "The Sean Hannity Show" Begins
Sean Hannity's radio program, "The Sean Hannity Show," began its national syndication journey on September 10, 2001, airing on over five hundred stations across the country.
2001: Birth of Hannity's Daughter
Sean Hannity's daughter, Merri, was born in 2001.
2001: Hannity's Dismissal of Climate Change as "Phony Science"
Sean Hannity's rejection of the scientific consensus on climate change emerged as early as 2001 when he labeled it as "phony science from the left," setting the stage for his persistent skepticism.
2002: Release of "Let Freedom Ring: Winning the War of Liberty over Liberalism"
Sean Hannity's first book, "Let Freedom Ring: Winning the War of Liberty over Liberalism," was released in 2002.
2003: Hannity's "Freedom Concerts" Begin
Sean Hannity began hosting country music-themed "Freedom Concerts" in 2003 to raise money for the Freedom Alliance charity.
2003: Hannity Receives NAB Award
Sean Hannity was honored with an award from the National Association of Broadcasters in 2003.
2004: Hannity Signs Contract Extension with ABC Radio
Sean Hannity signed a five-year contract extension with ABC Radio in 2004, valued at $25 million, ensuring the continuation of his show until 2009.
2004: Release of "Deliver Us from Evil: Defeating Terrorism, Despotism, and Liberalism"
In 2004, Sean Hannity's second book, "Deliver Us from Evil: Defeating Terrorism, Despotism, and Liberalism," was published by ReganBooks. The book achieved significant success, securing a spot on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list and remaining there for five weeks.
2004: Hannity's False Claims About Scientific Consensus on Climate Change
In 2004, Sean Hannity made inaccurate assertions about the scientific community's stance on global warming, falsely stating a lack of agreement on its validity.
2006: "The Sean Hannity Show" Becomes Available on Armed Forces Radio Network
Hannity's radio program, "The Sean Hannity Show," expanded its reach in 2006 by becoming accessible through the Armed Forces Radio Network.
2006: Hannity's Criticism of Keith Ellison's Quran Oath
In 2006, Sean Hannity's criticism of Keith Ellison, the first Muslim elected to U.S. Congress, using the Quran for his oath of office sparked controversy. Hannity's comparison of the Quran to Hitler's "Mein Kampf" drew significant backlash.
January 2007: Clear Channel Communications Signs Extension with Hannity
Clear Channel Communications reached an agreement with Sean Hannity in January 2007, signing a groupwide three-year extension for his show to be broadcast on more than eighty stations.
January 2007: Hannity's America Premieres on Fox News
Sean Hannity expanded his presence on Fox News in January 2007 with the launch of his new Sunday night television show, "Hannity's America".
June 2007: ABC Radio Sold to Citadel Communications
In June 2007, Citadel Communications acquired ABC Radio.
2007: "Common Ground: How to Stop the Partisan War That Is Destroying America" is Published
Cal Thomas and Bob Beckel's book, "Common Ground: How to Stop the Partisan War That Is Destroying America," was published in 2007. In the book, Hannity is characterized as a leading figure among broadcasting political polarizers.
2007: Hannity Receives Second NAB Award
In 2007, Sean Hannity received a second award from the National Association of Broadcasters.
January 2008: Alan Colmes Departs Hannity & Colmes
In January 2008, Alan Colmes announced his departure from the Fox News show "Hannity & Colmes," which he had co-hosted with Sean Hannity since 1996.
November 2008: Colmes Announces Departure from Hannity & Colmes
In November 2008, Alan Colmes publicly announced his decision to leave "Hannity & Colmes," the Fox News program he co-hosted with Sean Hannity.
2008: Hannity Signs Five-Year Contract with Citadel
In the summer of 2008, Sean Hannity secured a lucrative five-year contract with Citadel, valued at $100 million.
2008: Hannity Repeatedly Questions Obama's Citizenship
Despite acknowledging his belief in Obama's US birth, Hannity repeatedly called for Obama to release his birth certificate in 2008, fueling the "birther" conspiracy theory.
January 9, 2009: Final Broadcast of Hannity & Colmes
On January 9, 2009, "Hannity & Colmes" aired its final episode, marking the end of the show's run on Fox News. Following this, Sean Hannity took over the time slot with his new solo show, "Hannity," which maintained a similar format to "Hannity's America".
2009: Hannity's Contract with ABC Radio Ends
Sean Hannity's contract with ABC Radio, which was extended in 2004, came to an end in 2009.
2009: Hannity's Support for Enhanced Interrogation Techniques
Sean Hannity's vocal support for enhanced interrogation techniques, including waterboarding, in 2009, ignited debate and criticism, particularly his willingness to undergo the controversial method himself.
2009: Hannity Begins Hosting Hannity on Fox News
In 2009, Sean Hannity began hosting his own commentary program, "Hannity," on Fox News after the departure of Alan Colmes from their previous show, "Hannity & Colmes".
March 2010: Release of "Conservative Victory: Defeating Obama's Radical Agenda"
March 2010 saw the release of Sean Hannity's third book, "Conservative Victory: Defeating Obama's Radical Agenda," published by HarperCollins. The book continued Hannity's success in the literary world, becoming his third title to achieve New York Times Bestseller status.
2010: Hannity Condemns Assange, WikiLeaks as Threat to U.S.
In 2010, Sean Hannity strongly criticized Julian Assange and WikiLeaks, accusing them of endangering American lives and waging war on the United States. He also criticized the Obama administration for not apprehending Assange.
2010: Controversy Surrounds Hannity's "Freedom Concerts"
In 2010, conservative blogger Debbie Schlussel raised concerns about the percentage of funds from Hannity's "Freedom Concerts" reaching the Freedom Alliance. The Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) filed complaints with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), alleging financial impropriety and violation of charity status. The concerts were discontinued around the same year.
2010: Hannity's Misrepresentation of "Climategate"
Sean Hannity's characterization of the "Climategate" incident in 2010 as a scandal exposing climate change as a myth contradicted the findings of multiple inquiries that found no evidence of scientific misconduct.
2012: Hannity's Shifting View on Immigration
In 2012, Sean Hannity's stance on immigration appeared to evolve, expressing support for a "pathway to citizenship" for undocumented immigrants, marking a departure from his earlier opposition to amnesty.
2012: Hannity's Claims About 2012 Election Rigging Resurface
Hannity's claims of election rigging during the 2012 election, particularly regarding voting patterns in Philadelphia, resurfaced and were debunked during the 2016 election cycle.
2012: Hannity's Promotion of Benghazi Attack Conspiracy Theories Scrutinized
Hannity's role in promoting conspiracy theories and allegations surrounding the 2012 Benghazi attack came under scrutiny, as multiple investigations found no evidence of wrongdoing.
September 2013: Hannity Remains with Premiere Networks
Sean Hannity made the decision to continue his association with Premiere Networks in September 2013, signing a long-term contract.
2013: Hannity Ends His Run on WABC
Sean Hannity's tenure in the WABC slot concluded at the end of 2013.
2013: Hannity Departs WABC
Sean Hannity's time at WABC in New York came to an end in 2013.
2013: Hannity Makes Forbes' "Celebrity 100" List
Sean Hannity was recognized for his success and influence in 2013 by being included in Forbes' "Celebrity 100" list, securing the No. 72 spot.
January 2014: Hannity Begins Hosting on WOR
Sean Hannity began hosting the 3:00–6:00 p.m. time slot on WOR in New York City in January 2014.
2014: Hannity's Weapon and Martial Arts
Sean Hannity revealed in 2014 that he has carried a weapon for more than half of his adult life and has a brown belt in martial arts.
2014: Hannity's Role in Promoting Alleged Obama Administration Scandals Highlighted
Media analysis in 2014 revealed Hannity's significant role in promoting alleged scandals surrounding the Obama administration, particularly related to the 2012 Benghazi attack, which were later found to be unsubstantiated.
2014: Hannity Joins WOR
In 2014, Sean Hannity began hosting the 3:00–6:00 p.m. time slot on WOR in New York City.
2014: Hannity's Show Begins Airing on Salem Communications Stations
At the start of 2014, Sean Hannity expanded the reach of his show by securing agreements for it to air on various Salem Communications stations.
2015: Fox News' Coverage of the Uranium One Scandal
From 2015 onward, Fox News, particularly Sean Hannity, dedicated significant airtime to promoting an alleged scandal involving the sale of Uranium One to Russian interests, framing it as a major scandal despite a lack of evidence.
April 2016: Hannity and Ted Cruz Clash
Tensions escalated between Sean Hannity and Senator Ted Cruz during a contentious April 2016 radio interview, highlighting Hannity's perceived support for Donald Trump.
August 2016: Hannity's Role as Trump Advisor Questioned
Reports emerged in August 2016 suggesting Sean Hannity was acting as an advisor to Donald Trump's campaign, blurring the lines between journalism and political advocacy. Hannity acknowledged his support for Trump but denied being a journalist.
September 2016: Hannity Interviews Assange, Praises WikiLeaks Revelations
In September 2016, Sean Hannity interviewed Julian Assange, expressing hope for Assange's future release and praising WikiLeaks for exposing alleged government corruption, particularly related to Hillary Clinton.
October 2016: Hannity Offers to Buy Obama a One-Way Ticket to Kenya
In October 2016, even after Obama had released his birth certificate, Hannity continued to question his birthplace, offering to buy him a one-way ticket to Kenya.
2016: Hannity Supports Donald Trump's Presidential Campaign
Sean Hannity emerges as an early and vocal supporter of Donald Trump during the 2016 presidential election, often acting as an unofficial spokesperson.
2016: Hannity's Coverage of 2016 Election Sparks Criticism
Sean Hannity faced criticism during the 2016 presidential primaries for perceived bias in favor of Donald Trump. He was accused of granting Trump disproportionate airtime and defending him from criticism.
2016: Hannity Develops Close Relationship with Trump
Throughout the 2016 election and into Trump's presidency, Sean Hannity developed a close relationship with Donald Trump, engaging in frequent phone calls and aligning with his views on various issues.
2016: Hannity Defends Ailes Amidst Sexual Harassment Allegations
In 2016, as multiple women accused Roger Ailes of sexual harassment, Hannity remained a staunch defender of Ailes.
2016: Hannity Alleges "Pee Tape" Rumor Suppressed Trump Votes, Terms it "Election Interference"
Hannity falsely claimed in 2016 that the "pee tape" rumor, despite not being publicly known until after the election, suppressed voter turnout for Trump, deeming it "election interference."
2016: Hannity's Claims of Election Rigging Debunked
Hannity faced criticism during the 2016 election for making false claims about election rigging, citing voting patterns in Philadelphia that were later debunked by fact-checking organizations.
2016: Hannity's Support for Trump's Claimed Opposition to the Iraq War
During the 2016 election, Sean Hannity publicly vouched for Donald Trump's purported opposition to the Iraq War, a claim that contradicted his own past support for the war and highlighted his alignment with Trump.
2016: Hannity Promotes Conspiracy Theories About Clinton's Health
During the 2016 election, Hannity promoted conspiracy theories about Hillary Clinton's health, making false claims and misrepresenting images to suggest she had undisclosed medical issues.
2016: Hannity's Promotion of Falsehoods About the Affordable Care Act
A 2016 study revealed Sean Hannity's role in spreading misinformation about the Affordable Care Act, highlighting his aggressive support for Republicans and conservatives while attacking Democrats and liberals.
2016: Hannity Describes Mueller Investigation and Comey's Tenure as "Circle of Corruption"
Hannity labeled the Mueller investigation and James Comey's time as FBI Director as a "circle of corruption," setting the stage for his ongoing criticism of the investigation.
February 2017: Hannity Retweets, then Deletes, WikiLeaks Post Attacking McCain
In February 2017, Hannity retweeted a WikiLeaks post labeling John McCain a "globalist war criminal." Following criticism from McCain's spokesperson, Hannity deleted the retweet.
March 2017: Hannity Promotes Conspiracy Theory about CIA Hacking
In March 2017, Hannity publicly supported a conspiracy theory, originating from WikiLeaks' Twitter account, suggesting the CIA was behind the DNC email hack, attempting to frame Russia.
March 2017: Hannity Calls for "Purge" of Obama-Era Officials, Promotes "Deep State" Theory
In March 2017, Hannity intensified his promotion of the "deep state" conspiracy theory, calling for a "purge" of Obama-era officials and accusing them of undermining the Trump administration.
April 2017: Hannity Defends Bill Shine Amidst Sexual Harassment Allegations at Fox News
In April 2017, when Bill Shine's position at Fox News was threatened due to allegations of ignoring or covering up sexual harassment claims, Hannity publicly defended Shine.
May 2017: Hannity Offers Assange Guest Host Spot on Fox News Show
In May 2017, Sean Hannity extended an offer to Julian Assange to be a guest host on his Fox News program.
May 2017: Hannity Promotes Conspiracy Theory About Seth Rich, Faces Backlash
In May 2017, Hannity faced significant backlash and advertiser boycotts for promoting the conspiracy theory linking Hillary Clinton to the death of DNC staffer Seth Rich.
May 2017: Hannity Continues "Deep State" Allegations, Targets NBC News
Hannity persisted with his "deep state" accusations in May 2017, even labeling NBC News as part of the alleged network working against the Trump presidency.
May 2017: Hannity Defends Roger Ailes, Pays Tribute After His Death
Despite sexual harassment allegations against Roger Ailes, Hannity vehemently defended him and delivered a tribute after Ailes' death, referring to him as a "second father."
May 2017: Hannity's Connection to Jay Sekulow Emerges
In May 2017, it was revealed that Sean Hannity had also shared another lawyer, Jay Sekulow, with Donald Trump, further entwining his professional and personal connections with the president.
May 17, 2017: Hannity Launches Sustained Criticism of Mueller Investigation
From May 17, 2017, onward, Hannity used his platform to consistently criticize the Mueller investigation and related parties, questioning its legitimacy and motives.
September 2017: Hannity Hosts Bill O'Reilly After O'Reilly's Firing from Fox News
Hannity hosted Bill O'Reilly on his show months after O'Reilly's dismissal from Fox News due to sexual harassment accusations. The decision drew criticism, and during the interview, O'Reilly criticized liberal media watchdog groups while Hannity appeared to sympathize with him as a fellow target of those groups.
October 2017: Hannity's Criticism of Democrats Over Harvey Weinstein Scandal Draws Backlash
Hannity faced criticism for his attacks on Democrats following sexual harassment allegations against Harvey Weinstein. Critics pointed to his previous defense of Bill O'Reilly, who faced similar accusations.
November 2017: Shepard Smith Debunks Uranium One Scandal on Fox News
In November 2017, Fox News host Shepard Smith publicly debunked the alleged Uranium One scandal, contradicting the network's extensive coverage and drawing the ire of viewers who accused him of bias.
November 2017: Fox News' Distortion of Jake Tapper's Statement on "Allahu Akbar"
In November 2017, Fox News, including Sean Hannity's show, faced criticism for distorting a statement made by CNN's Jake Tapper, creating a misleading narrative about his comments on the phrase "Allahu Akbar" in the context of a terrorist attack.
December 2017: Hannity Identifies as "Advocacy Journalist"
In December 2017, Sean Hannity stated he considered himself an "advocacy journalist" or "opinion journalist", acknowledging his departure from traditional journalistic objectivity.
2017: Hannity's Strong Support for Trump
By 2017, Sean Hannity's political commentary reflected strong support for President Donald Trump and his policies, continuing his pattern of aligning with Republican leaders.
2017: Hannity Retains Michael Cohen as Lawyer
Sean Hannity retained Michael Cohen as his lawyer in 2017, marking the beginning of a relationship that would later draw scrutiny due to Hannity's coverage of Cohen and lack of disclosure.
2017: Hannity Ranked No. 2 in Talkers Magazine's Heavy Hundred
Sean Hannity earned recognition for his influence in the radio industry in 2017 when he secured the No. 2 spot in Talkers Magazine's prestigious Heavy Hundred list.
2017: Hannity's Continued Advocacy for Waterboarding
In 2017, Sean Hannity maintained his stance on the use of waterboarding, defending it as a justifiable interrogation method, even citing hypothetical scenarios like questioning a kidnapper.
2017: Hannity Expresses Regret for Past Comments
In 2017, Sean Hannity addressed his previous controversial remarks made in 1989, expressing regret and acknowledging them as "ignorant and embarrassing."
2017: Hannity Appears in "Let There Be Light"
Sean Hannity executive produced and appeared in the 2017 film "Let There Be Light", which also starred Kevin Sorbo.
January 2018: Hannity's Previous Comments on Hillary Clinton Resurface
In January 2018, amidst Hannity's criticism of Pelosi, his past statement calling for Hillary Clinton to be jailed resurfaced, drawing accusations of hypocrisy.
March 2018: Seth Rich's Parents Sue Fox News for Promoting Conspiracy Theories
Seth Rich's parents filed a lawsuit in March 2018 against Fox News, alleging that the network intentionally exploited their son's death for political gain.
March 2018: "The Sean Hannity Show" Reaches Over 13.5 Million Listeners
By March 2018, "The Sean Hannity Show" had garnered a substantial listenership, reaching over 13.5 million individuals weekly.
March 2018: Hannity Attacks Mueller, Citing Conflicts of Interest
In March 2018, Hannity criticized Robert Mueller, questioning his impartiality due to professional relationships with James Comey and Rod Rosenstein.
March 2018: Hannity's Advocacy for Waterboarding
As of March 2018, Media Matters reported that Sean Hannity had not undergone waterboarding, despite his previous public offer to do so for charity and his continued advocacy for the interrogation technique.
April 9, 2018: FBI Raids Michael Cohen's Office and Residence
Federal agents executed a search warrant on Michael Cohen's office and residence, prompting criticism from Sean Hannity, who had defended Cohen on his show without disclosing their attorney-client relationship.
April 2018: Hannity Alleges "Deep State" Conspiracy Against Trump
In April 2018, Hannity aired a segment alleging "criminal" ties between the Clintons, Mueller, and Comey, framing it as part of a "Deep State" plot to undermine Trump. He hosted attorney Joseph diGenova, who called Mueller's team "legal terrorists" and Comey a "dirty cop."
April 2018: Hannity's Undisclosed Relationship with Michael Cohen Revealed
In April 2018, it was revealed that Sean Hannity shared a lawyer, Michael Cohen, with Donald Trump, raising ethical concerns about Hannity's coverage of Cohen's legal troubles.
April 2018: Hannity's Real Estate Holdings Scrutinized
In April 2018, reports revealed that Sean Hannity owned at least 877 residential properties, many acquired through loans from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Concerns were raised about his property management practices, including an unusually high eviction rate.
April 16, 2018: Hannity Revealed as Cohen's Client
During a court hearing, Michael Cohen's lawyers were compelled to disclose Sean Hannity as one of Cohen's clients, revealing a previously undisclosed relationship that raised further ethical concerns.
May 16, 2018: Hannity's Criticism of Mueller Investigation Continues
By May 16, 2018, Hannity had devoted significant airtime to criticizing the Mueller investigation, characterizing it as a "witch hunt" and expressing skepticism towards claims of Russian interference in the 2016 election.
June 2018: Hannity Suggests Witnesses in Mueller Probe Destroy Phones
In June 2018, following reports of Mueller's team requesting witnesses' phones, Hannity made a sarcastic remark suggesting they destroy their phones, referencing Hillary Clinton's email controversy.
August 2018: Hannity's Stance on Immigration
By August 2018, Sean Hannity's perspective on immigration had shifted towards a hardline stance, as reported by news sources like CNN, The Washington Post, and New York magazine.
August 2018: Trump's Lawyers Host Hannity's Radio Show
In August 2018, Sean Hannity allowed Jay Sekulow and Rudy Giuliani, both personal lawyers for Donald Trump, to host his radio show, providing them a platform to defend Trump and promote his administration's agenda.
November 4, 2018: Hannity Makes Controversial Appearance at Trump Rally
Hannity joined Trump on stage at a campaign rally in Missouri, despite earlier denying he would participate. This sparked criticism and internal disapproval within Fox News.
2018: Hannity's Estimated Annual Income
In 2018, Forbes estimated Sean Hannity's annual income to be $36 million.
2018: Hannity Becomes One of the Most-Watched Cable News Hosts
By 2018, Sean Hannity rose to prominence as one of the most-watched hosts in cable news and one of the most-listened-to hosts in talk radio, a success partly attributed to his close relationship with then-President Donald Trump and his access to the White House.
2018: Conclusion of Fox News' Coverage of the Uranium One Scandal
By 2018, Fox News' extensive coverage of the alleged Uranium One scandal, fueled by Sean Hannity's assertions, had become a focal point in the network's programming, shaping narratives despite the absence of concrete evidence.
May 2019: Hannity Dismisses Mueller's Statement, Calls Him "Full of Crap"
Following Mueller's statement clarifying that the investigation didn't exonerate Trump, Hannity publicly dismissed Mueller's words and accused him of not understanding the law.
June 2019: Hannity Criticizes Pelosi Over Trump Imprisonment Comment
In June 2019, Sean Hannity criticized Nancy Pelosi's suggestion that Trump should be imprisoned, calling it "despicable behavior" and comparing it to actions in "banana republics."
June 2019: Hannity's Call for Bombing Iran
In June 2019, following Iran's downing of a U.S. drone, Sean Hannity made a provocative call to action, urging then-President Trump to "bomb the hell out of Iran," a statement reflective of his hawkish stance.
August 2019: Hannity and Earhardt Attend Wedding
Sean Hannity and Ainsley Earhardt attended a wedding at Trump National Golf Course in Colts Neck, New Jersey in August 2019.
2019: Hannity's Promotion of Conspiracy Theories Criticized
Sean Hannity faced increasing criticism in 2019 for promoting conspiracy theories, often without explicitly endorsing them. Critics argued this approach fueled unfounded beliefs among his audience while providing him a degree of deniability.
2019: Barr Contradicts Hannity, Confirms Longtime Friendship with Mueller
Bill Barr, in 2019, contradicted Hannity's assertions by acknowledging a three-decade friendship with Mueller.
2019: Hannity's Departure from the Catholic Church
Sean Hannity's departure from the Catholic Church in 2019, citing "too much institutionalized corruption," offered insights into his evolving personal beliefs.
February 2020: Hannity's Comments on COVID-19
In February 2020, Sean Hannity made controversial statements suggesting that the political left was hoping for the COVID-19 outbreak to harm the United States.
March 2020: Hannity's COVID-19 Characterization
Sean Hannity faced criticism for initially downplaying the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, even referring to it as a "hoax."
June 2020: Hannity and Rhodes Divorce
Sean Hannity and his wife, Jill Rhodes, announced their divorce in June 2020 after separating years prior.
October 12, 2020: Fox News Settles Lawsuit with Seth Rich's Family
On October 12, 2020, Fox News agreed to a multi-million dollar settlement with the family of Seth Rich, who sued the network for promoting conspiracy theories about their son's death.
December 2020: Hannity Calls for Special Prosecutor to Investigate Voter Fraud Claims
In December 2020, despite a lack of credible evidence, Hannity called for a special prosecutor to investigate Trump's claims of voter fraud, further amplifying the unsubstantiated allegations.
2020: Release of "Live Free or Die"
Sean Hannity released his fourth book, "Live Free or Die," in 2020.
2020: Release of "Live Free or Die"
In 2020, Sean Hannity released his fourth book, titled "Live Free or Die".
2020: Hannity Texts Meadows with Advice and Business Proposition
Following Trump's 2020 election loss, Hannity sent text messages to Mark Meadows, offering advice and even suggesting a joint real estate venture.
2020: Hannity Hosts Sidney Powell, Later Admits Doubts About Election Claims
Despite hosting Sidney Powell on his show, where she made baseless claims about election fraud, Hannity later admitted in a deposition that he never believed her allegations.
December 31, 2020: Hannity Expresses Doubts About January 6th Plans
On December 31, 2020, Hannity texted Mark Meadows expressing doubts about the planned events of January 6th, indicating his awareness of potential disruptions.
2020: Hannity Promotes Falsehoods about the 2020 Election
Sean Hannity promoted false claims of election fraud in the 2020 presidential election.
April 2021: Hannity Purchases Florida Home
Sean Hannity bought a $5.3 million house near Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence in April 2021.
July 2021: Hannity's Vaccination Encouragement
In a notable shift from his earlier stance, Sean Hannity publicly encouraged his viewers to consider getting vaccinated against COVID-19 in July 2021.
May 2022: Hannity Participates in Post-Election Strategy Call
Reports in May 2022 revealed Hannity's participation in a post-election conference call, which focused on strategies for challenging the legitimacy of the 2020 vote count.
January 2023: Comer's Investigation into the Bidens
Republican Congressman James Comer launched an investigation into the Biden family in January 2023.
October 2023: Hannity Staffer Questions GOP Lawmakers on Jordan Support
In October 2023, a staffer from Hannity's show emailed Republican lawmakers, inquiring about their lack of support for Jim Jordan as House Speaker.
December 2023: Impeachment Inquiry Initiated
The Republican-controlled House of Representatives voted to initiate an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden in December 2023.
2023: Hannity's Promotion of Allegations Against Joe Biden
Throughout 2023, Sean Hannity used his platform to heavily promote allegations of corruption against President Joe Biden and his son, Hunter Biden.
February 2024: FBI Informant Indictment
The FBI informant who made allegations of bribery against Joe Biden was indicted in February 2024 for fabricating the story.
March 2024: Impeachment Inquiry Winds Down
The impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden lost momentum and began winding down by March 2024 due to a lack of evidence.
April 2024: Hannity's Silence on Biden Inquiry
By April 2024, Sean Hannity had stopped mentioning the Biden inquiry on his show, according to Media Matters.
2024: Hannity's Move to Florida
Sean Hannity relocated from Long Island, New York, to Florida in 2024, announcing that he would be broadcasting his shows from his new home permanently.