History of Steve Doocy in Timeline

Steve Doocy is an American television host, conservative political commentator, and author. He's widely known as a co-anchor of Fox & Friends on the Fox News Channel from 1998 to 2025. Currently, Doocy contributes to the program in a reduced role from Florida, concentrating on special projects.

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October 19, 1956: Steve Doocy Born

On October 19, 1956, Stephen James Doocy was born. He would later become a television host, political commentator, and author.

1990: Host of House Party with Steve Doocy

In 1990, Steve Doocy became the host of NBC's nationally syndicated program, House Party with Steve Doocy, a remake of the 1960s Art Linkletter show, followed by the syndicated kids' series Not Just News.

1994: Co-Host of Wake Up America

In 1994, Steve Doocy became the co-host of Wake Up America on NBC's America's Talking channel.

1996: Morning Newscast Anchor at WCBS-TV

In 1996, Steve Doocy anchored the morning newscast on CBS-TV's flagship station, WCBS-TV, in New York City and was the live Times Square reporter on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve on ABC-TV.

1996: Joined Fox News Channel

In 1996, Steve Doocy joined the Fox News Channel.

1998: Co-Anchor of Fox & Friends

In 1998, Steve Doocy began co-anchoring Fox & Friends on the Fox News Channel.

2004: Launched All American New Year

In 2004, Steve Doocy helped launch Fox News Channel's New Year's Eve special, All American New Year.

2014: Distinguished Kansan of the Year

In 2014, Steve Doocy was named Distinguished Kansan of the Year by the Native Sons and Daughters of Kansas.

2018: Publication of Happy Cookbook

In 2018, Steve Doocy and his wife Kathy published the Happy Cookbook: A Celebration of the Food That Makes America Smile.

The Happy Cookbook: A Celebration of the Food That Makes America Smile (The Happy Cookbook Series)

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2019: Trump's Loyalty Ranking

In 2019, it was reported that Donald Trump ranked Steve Doocy's loyalty as "12 out of 10".

September 15, 2020: Doocy Challenges Trump's Appearances on Fox & Friends

On September 15, 2020, Steve Doocy challenged President Trump's announcement of weekly appearances on Fox & Friends, asserting that Fox was not committed to that and offering equal airtime to Joe Biden.

2020: Publication of Happy in a Hurry Cookbook

In 2020, Steve Doocy and his wife Kathy published the Happy in a Hurry Cookbook, which became a New York Times Best Seller and a top cookbook of the pandemic year.

2022: Challenging Co-Hosts about Biden-Ukraine Investigation

In 2022, Steve Doocy challenged his co-hosts about the Joe Biden-Ukraine Investigation, arguing a lack of evidence for impeachment, leading to attacks from Trump and Rep. James Comer ceasing appearances on the show.

February 1, 2023: Granddaughter Bridget Blake Doocy Born

On February 1, 2023, Steve Doocy's granddaughter, Bridget Blake Doocy, was born to Peter Doocy and Hillary Vaughn.

2023: Challenging Co-Hosts about Biden-Ukraine Investigation

In 2023, Steve Doocy challenged his co-hosts about the Joe Biden-Ukraine Investigation, arguing a lack of evidence for impeachment, leading to attacks from Trump and Rep. James Comer ceasing appearances on the show.

April 16, 2025: Grandson George Jack Doocy Born

On April 16, 2025, Steve Doocy's grandson, George Jack Doocy, was born to Peter Doocy and Hillary Vaughn.

May 1, 2025: Stepping Back from Fox & Friends

On May 1, 2025, Steve Doocy announced he would take a step back from hosting Fox & Friends after 27 years, transitioning to a three-day-per-week role from Florida and focusing on special projects for the show.