History of Trace Gallagher in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 14, 2026

Trace Gallagher is a prominent American journalist and long-time television news personality, best known for his extensive career at the Fox News Channel. Joining the network shortly after its 1996 inception, Gallagher has served in various capacities, including as a chief breaking news correspondent and an anchor. Throughout his tenure, he has covered major global events, ranging from the Iraq War and the 9/11 attacks to significant natural disasters and political developments. His reporting style is characterized by a straightforward, high-energy delivery that has made him a staple of the network's news coverage. Beyond his field reporting, he has anchored several programs and filled in for prime-time hosts. Gallagher is widely recognized for his versatility, having transitioned seamlessly between field operations and studio hosting throughout his decades-long tenure in broadcast journalism.

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1979: High School Graduation

In 1979, Trace Gallagher graduated from high school in Mammoth Lakes, California, where he had previously served as the quarterback for the Mammoth Huskies football team.

2004: Reporting on the Southeast Asian tsunami

In 2004, Trace Gallagher served as a general assignment correspondent and provided news coverage regarding the devastating 2004 Southeast Asian tsunami.

February 1, 2010: Replacement of The Live Desk

On February 1, 2010, the Fox News program The Live Desk was officially replaced by the new show America Live with Megyn Kelly, while Trace Gallagher maintained his role anchoring and reporting for various Fox network programs.

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2020: Trace Gallagher on the Defund the Police Movement

In 2020, during a discussion regarding the 'defund the police' policy, Trace Gallagher referenced statements made by James Clyburn, who argued that the movement negatively impacted Democrats in elections. During the broadcast, Gallagher was unable to provide the name of any member of Congress who had actively advocated for or advanced the policy.

September 21, 2022: Named Permanent Host of Fox News @ Night

On September 21, 2022, Trace Gallagher was officially appointed as the permanent host for the television program Fox News @ Night, taking over the role from Shannon Bream following her transition to Fox News Sunday.

October 3, 2022: Commencement of Hosting Duties

Starting on October 3, 2022, Trace Gallagher began his tenure as the host of Fox News @ Night, broadcasting from the network's Los Angeles studio facilities.