History of Tomi Lahren in Timeline

Tomi Lahren is an American conservative political commentator and television presenter known for her viral "Final Thoughts" segments on TheBlaze, where she criticized liberal politics. She gained significant attention and was described as a rising star by The New York Times. Lahren's tenure at TheBlaze ended after she voiced support for legal abortion access on The View, leading to her suspension.

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August 11, 1992: Tomi Lahren Born

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

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2010: Graduation 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, Tomi Lahren's show, On Point with Tomi Lahren, debuted on One America News Network (OANN).

2014: Graduation from University of Nevada, Las Vegas

In 2014, Tomi 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 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: Tweet comparing Black Lives Matter to the KKK

In July 2016, Tomi Lahren posted a controversial tweet comparing the Black Lives Matter movement to the Ku Klux Klan, sparking backlash and a petition for her removal from TheBlaze.

August 2016: Criticism of Colin Kaepernick

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

March 2017: Public statements on abortion rights

In March 2017, Tomi Lahren expressed support for abortion rights, leading to criticism and discussions about her previous stances on the issue.

March 2017: Suspension from TheBlaze

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

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March 17, 2017: Guest appearance on The View

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

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May 2017: Works at Great America Alliance

In May 2017, Tomi Lahren began working in communications at Great America Alliance.

August 2017: Joins Fox News

In August 2017, Tomi Lahren joined Fox News as a contributor, appearing on several shows across Fox News and Fox Business networks, and often as a guest co-host on Outnumbered.

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August 2018: Criticism of John McCain and Jeff Flake

In August 2018, at a rally for Kelli Ward, Tomi Lahren warned against electing 'RINOs' like John McCain and Jeff Flake, drawing criticism due to McCain's poor health and subsequent death.

November 2018: Comments on Border Patrol firing tear gas

In November 2018, Tomi Lahren stated that the "highlight" of her Thanksgiving was watching the United States Border Patrol fire tear gas at migrants crossing the Mexico-United States border, sparking controversy.

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, listing unconfirmed cases of HIV/AIDS and chickenpox.

June 2019: Engagement to Brandon Fricke

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

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

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

2020: Engagement called off

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

September 25, 2021: Engagement to J. P. Arencibia confirmed

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

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June 2022: 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, Tomi Lahren married J. P. Arencibia.

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

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

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2025: Podcast interview with Krystal Ball

In 2025, Tomi Lahren, in a podcast interview with Krystal Ball, stated she had zero disagreements with the actions of President Trump and his administration, expressing approval of actions like the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.