History of Tomi Lahren in Timeline

Tomi Lahren is an American conservative political commentator and television presenter known for her conservative viewpoints. She rose to prominence as the host of "Tomi" on TheBlaze, where her "Final Thoughts" segments criticizing liberal politics gained significant attention and virality. Lahren's commentary has sparked controversy, including her suspension from TheBlaze in 2017 following comments about abortion access on "The View". She is viewed as a prominent voice within conservative media.

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August 11, 1992: Tomi Lahren Born

On August 11, 1992, Tomi Rae Augustus Lahren was born. She would later become known as a 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

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

November 2015: New show with TheBlaze

In November 2015, Tomi Lahren moved to Texas and began a new show with TheBlaze.

January 2016: Endorsed 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.

August 2016: Criticism of Colin Kaepernick

In August 2016, Tomi Lahren released a video criticizing NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick for protesting police brutality.

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 2017: Controversy over abortion stance

In March 2017, Tomi Lahren's comments on abortion rights caused controversy, with critics noting previous statements she had made, as well as those by Glenn Beck.

March 17, 2017: Guest appearance on The View

On March 17, 2017, Tomi Lahren appeared on The View where she discussed abortion rights, leading to her suspension from TheBlaze.

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May 2017: Work 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 Fox News and Fox Business networks.

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August 2017: Joins Fox News as a contributor

In August 2017, Tomi Lahren joined Fox News as a contributor.

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August 2018: Criticism of John McCain and Jeff Flake

In August 2018, Tomi Lahren criticized Senators John McCain and Jeff Flake at a political rally, drawing backlash due to McCain's poor health.

November 2018: Comment on tear gas at the border

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

June 2019: Engagement to Brandon Fricke

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

April 2020: Move to Nashville

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

June 2020: Supports Supreme Court ruling on LGBTQ rights

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