History of Tammy Bruce in Timeline

Tammy Bruce is an American conservative radio host, author, and political commentator known for her conservative viewpoints. She has served as a spokesperson for the United States Department of State during the Trump administration. Bruce is a former Fox News contributor and hosted 'Get Tammy Bruce' on Fox Nation, establishing her presence in media and conservative political commentary.

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August 20, 1962: Tammy Bruce Born

On August 20, 1962, Tammy K. Bruce was born. She would become an American conservative radio host, author, and political commentator.

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April 7, 1982: Brenda Benet's Death

On April 7, 1982, Brenda Benet, who had been employed by Tammy Bruce as a personal secretary, died by suicide at her home. This occurred before she was scheduled to have lunch with Bruce.

1982: Worked as Personal Secretary

In 1982, Tammy Bruce worked as a personal secretary for Brenda Benet after moving back to Los Angeles.

1990: President of Los Angeles NOW

In 1990, Tammy Bruce began her seven-year tenure as president of the Los Angeles chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW), becoming the youngest woman to lead a major chapter at the time.

1995: Response to O.J. Simpson Verdict

In 1995, Tammy Bruce responded to the verdict in the O.J. Simpson murder trial by saying that the focus should be on violence against women, leading to censure by the NOW Executive Board.

May 1996: Resignation from Los Angeles NOW

In May 1996, Tammy Bruce resigned as president of Los Angeles NOW following a censure for racially insensitive comments and differences in focus.

1996: End of NOW Presidency

In 1996, Tammy Bruce concluded her seven-year term as president of the Los Angeles chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW).

1997: Hosted Talk Show on KFI

In 1997, Tammy Bruce began hosting an overnight weekend talk show on KFI.

2003: Appointment to Schwarzenegger's Transition Team

In 2003, Tammy Bruce was appointed to serve on California Governor-elect Arnold Schwarzenegger's transition team after his successful recall election against Governor Gray Davis.

2005: Identified as Pro-Choice Lesbian

In 2005, Tammy Bruce identified herself as a pro-choice lesbian in an interview with C-SPAN.

2009: Film Debut in 2081

In 2009, Tammy Bruce made her film debut in the short feature film "2081", which is based on the Kurt Vonnegut short story "Harrison Bergeron".

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2010: Wrote Op-Ed on Bigotry and Intolerance on the Left

In 2010, Tammy Bruce wrote an op-ed discussing her experiences with bigotry and intolerance on the left, highlighting sexism, racism, and homophobia in the liberal world.

2011: Appeared in 'The Undefeated' documentary

In 2011, Tammy Bruce appeared in the documentary "The Undefeated".

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November 2012: Guest Host on Talk Radio Network

In November 2012, Tammy Bruce returned to Talk Radio Network as a guest host during the transition of The Laura Ingraham Show to Courtside Entertainment Group.

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2014: Created Video for Prager University

In 2014, Tammy Bruce created a short video for the conservative YouTube channel Prager University, summarizing her criticisms of the contemporary feminist movement.

May 2017: Criticized Autistic Child on Fox News

In May 2017, Tammy Bruce faced controversy after criticizing an autistic child on Fox News show Tucker Carlson Tonight for asking Vice President Mike Pence for an apology. She later apologized on air.

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December 2018: Criticized Coffee Shop's Gingerbread People Decision

In December 2018, Tammy Bruce criticized a Scottish coffee shop's decision to call "gingerbread men" "gingerbread people" on Fox News, characterizing it as a "tipping point" in policing free speech.

2019: Host of 'Get Tammy Bruce' on Fox Nation

In 2019, Tammy Bruce became the host of "Get Tammy Bruce," which airs on the Fox Nation streaming service.

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January 2025: Named Spokesperson for U.S. Department of State

In January 2025, Donald Trump announced that Tammy Bruce would be named as the Spokesperson for the United States Department of State in his second administration.