History of Tomi Lahren in Timeline

Tomi Lahren is a prominent American conservative political commentator and television presenter known for her strong right-leaning views. She rose to fame as the host of "Tomi" on TheBlaze, where her "Final Thoughts" segments criticizing liberal politics gained significant attention and virality. Characterized by some as the "Right's rising media star," Lahren's career at TheBlaze was cut short after she expressed pro-choice views on abortion during an interview, leading to her suspension.

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August 11, 1992: Tomi Lahren Born

On August 11, 1992, Tomi Rae Augustus Lahren was born. She is an American conservative political commentator and television presenter.

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2010: Graduates from Central High School

In 2010, Tomi Lahren graduated from Central High School in Rapid City, South Dakota.

August 2014: Debut of 'On Point with Tomi Lahren'

In August 2014, Lahren's show, On Point with Tomi Lahren, debuted on One America News Network (OANN) after she was offered the opportunity to host her own show instead of an internship.

2014: Graduates from University of Nevada, Las Vegas

In 2014, Lahren graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a B.A. in broadcast journalism and political science.

July 2015: Commentary on Chattanooga shootings gains attention

In July 2015, Tomi Lahren's commentary on the 2015 Chattanooga shootings garnered widespread attention.

November 2015: Starts new show with TheBlaze

In November 2015, Tomi Lahren moved to Texas and began a new show with TheBlaze, becoming known for her "Final Thoughts" segments.

January 2016: Endorses Marco Rubio for president

In January 2016, Lahren endorsed Marco Rubio for president in the Republican Party presidential primary.

July 2016: Tweet comparing Black Lives Matter to Ku Klux Klan

In July 2016, Lahren posted a tweet comparing the Black Lives Matter movement to the Ku Klux Klan, leading to a Change.org petition calling for her firing.

August 2016: Criticizes Colin Kaepernick

In August 2016, Lahren released a video criticizing NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick for protesting police brutality by kneeling during the national anthem.

March 2017: Public statement on abortion rights

In March 2017, Lahren stated she was pro-abortion rights, leading to criticism given her past public statements and inconsistencies on other issues.

March 2017: Suspension from TheBlaze

In March 2017, Lahren was suspended from TheBlaze after stating on The View that she believed women should have legal access to abortion.

March 17, 2017: Guest appearance on The View

On March 17, 2017, Lahren appeared on The View and stated her support for women having access to abortion, leading to criticism and her suspension from TheBlaze.

May 2017: Begins working at Great America Alliance

In May 2017, Lahren began working in communications at Great America Alliance, while still planning to return to television.

August 2017: Joins Fox News

In August 2017, Lahren joined Fox News as a contributor and appears on various shows across Fox News and Fox Business networks.

August 2018: Criticism of John McCain and Jeff Flake

In August 2018, Lahren criticized Senators John McCain and Jeff Flake at a political rally, which was viewed as cruel due to McCain's poor health and subsequent death the next day.

November 2018: Comments on Border Patrol firing tear gas

In November 2018, Lahren stated that the "highlight" of her Thanksgiving was watching the United States Border Patrol fire tear gas at migrants attempting to cross the Mexico–United States border illegally.

December 2018: Fox Nation segment on migrant caravan diseases

In December 2018, Lahren ran a Fox Nation segment focusing on unconfirmed cases of HIV/AIDS and chickenpox among members of a Central American migrant caravan.

June 2019: Engagement to Brandon Fricke announced

In June 2019, Lahren announced on Instagram her engagement to Brandon Fricke.

April 2020: Moves to Nashville

In April 2020, Lahren moved from Los Angeles to Nashville.

June 2020: Supports Supreme Court ruling on LGBTQ employment rights

In June 2020, Lahren voiced support for the Supreme Court's ruling in Bostock v. Clayton County, et al., which protected LGBTQ individuals from workplace discrimination.

2020: Engagement called off

In 2020, Lahren's engagement to Brandon Fricke was called off.

September 25, 2021: Confirms engagement to J. P. Arencibia

On September 25, 2021, Lahren confirmed her engagement to J. P. Arencibia on an episode of Justice with Judge Jeanine.

June 2022: Named Host of 'Tomi Lahren Is Fearless'

In June 2022, Tomi Lahren was named host of a new show on OutKick called Tomi Lahren Is Fearless.

October 21, 2022: Marriage to J. P. Arencibia

On October 21, 2022, Lahren married J. P. Arencibia.

September 10, 2025: Named co-host of The Big Weekend Show

On September 10, 2025, Fox News announced that Tomi Lahren would be named co-host of The Big Weekend Show alongside Joey Jones, starting on September 20.

2025: Expresses support for Trump's administration

In 2025, during an interview on her podcast, Lahren stated she fully supported the actions of President Trump and his administration, including the deportation of individuals like Kilmar Abrego Garcia.