History of Tomi Lahren in Timeline
Tomi Lahren is an American conservative political commentator and television presenter known for her role hosting "Tomi" on TheBlaze. She rose to prominence through her viral "Final Thoughts" video segments, which often criticized liberal politics, leading The New York Times to call her "the Right's rising media star." Lahren faced suspension from TheBlaze in March 2017 after expressing her support for legal abortion access during an interview on The View.
August 11, 1992: Tomi Lahren's Birth
On August 11, 1992, Tomi Lahren was born. She is an American conservative political commentator and television presenter.
2010: Graduation from Central High School
In 2010, Tomi Lahren graduated from Central High School.
August 2014: Debut of On Point with Tomi Lahren
In August 2014, Tomi Lahren's show, On Point with Tomi Lahren, debuted on One America News Network (OANN).
July 2015: Commentary on Chattanooga Shootings Garners Attention
In July 2015, Tomi Lahren's commentary on the 2015 Chattanooga shootings gained widespread attention.
November 2015: Joins 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, Tomi Lahren endorsed Marco Rubio for president in the Republican Party presidential primary.
July 2016: Controversial Tweet Comparing Black Lives Matter to the Ku Klux Klan
In July 2016, Tomi Lahren posted a tweet comparing the Black Lives Matter movement to the Ku Klux Klan, sparking controversy and a petition for her removal from TheBlaze.
August 2016: Criticism of Colin Kaepernick
In August 2016, Lahren released a video criticizing NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who had been protesting police brutality.
March 2017: Suspension from TheBlaze
In March 2017, Lahren was suspended from TheBlaze after stating on The View that she supported legal access to abortion.
March 2017: Public Statements on Abortion Rights
In March 2017, Tomi Lahren publicly stated she was pro-abortion rights, which contrasted with her previous statements and led to controversy.
March 17, 2017: Guest Appearance on The View and Subsequent Suspension
On March 17, 2017, Tomi Lahren appeared on The View and stated her pro-abortion rights stance, leading to criticism and her suspension from TheBlaze.
May 2017: Begins Working at Great America Alliance
In May 2017, Tomi Lahren started working in communications at Great America Alliance.
August 2017: Joins Fox News
In August 2017, Lahren joined Fox News as a contributor, appearing on various shows and hosting a talk show on Fox Nation.
August 2017: Joins Fox News as Contributor
In August 2017, Tomi Lahren joined Fox News as a contributor.
August 2018: Criticism of John McCain and Jeff Flake
In August 2018, Tomi Lahren criticized Senators John McCain and Jeff Flake as 'RINOs' at a political rally, drawing criticism for her insensitivity as McCain was gravely ill.
November 2018: Comments on Border Patrol's Use of Tear Gas
In November 2018, Tomi Lahren stated that the "highlight" of her Thanksgiving was watching United States Border Patrol fire tear gas at migrants.
December 2018: Fox Nation Segment on Migrant Caravan Diseases
In December 2018, Tomi Lahren ran a Fox Nation segment focusing on diseases allegedly carried by members of a Central American migrant caravan.
June 2019: Engagement to Brandon Fricke
In June 2019, Tomi Lahren announced her engagement to her boyfriend, Brandon Fricke.
April 2020: Moves to Nashville
In April 2020, Tomi Lahren moved from Los Angeles to Nashville.
June 2020: Supports Supreme Court Ruling on LGBTQ Employment Rights
In June 2020, Tomi Lahren supported the Supreme Court's ruling protecting LGBTQ people from employment discrimination.
2020: Engagement Called Off
In 2020, Tomi Lahren's engagement to Brandon Fricke was called off.
September 25, 2021: Engagement Confirmed
On September 25, 2021, Tomi Lahren confirmed that she was engaged on an episode of Justice with Judge Jeanine.
June 2022: Named Host of Tomi Lahren Is Fearless on OutKick
In June 2022, Tomi Lahren was named host of a new show on OutKick called Tomi Lahren Is Fearless.
