History of Will Cain in Timeline
Will Cain is an American political analyst, columnist, and sports commentator. He currently hosts "The Will Cain Show" on Fox News Channel and was formerly a co-host of "Fox & Friends Weekend". Prior to his work at Fox News, Cain was a contributor for ESPN, hosting "The Will Cain Show" on ESPN Radio and appearing on programs like "First Take." He has also contributed to Blaze Media and CNN, showcasing his commentary across a range of platforms.
March 28, 1975: Will Cain Born
Will Cain was born on March 28, 1975. He is an American columnist, political analyst, and sports commentator.
1996: Scored a goal for Pepperdine
In 1996, Will Cain scored his only goal on the Pepperdine water polo team, in a game against UC Santa Barbara.
1997: Graduates from Pepperdine University
In 1997, Will Cain graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in telecommunications from Pepperdine University.
2000: Completes J.D. degree
In 2000, Will Cain completed his J.D. degree at the University of Texas School of Law.
2001: Returns to Dallas area
Following his father's death in 2001, Cain returned to the Dallas area to help care for his younger brother.
2006: Founds Quince Media
Around 2006, Cain founded Quince Media, which published a magazine, website, and expos about quinceañeras.
2010: Comments on Pepperdine water polo experience
In 2010, Cain reflected on his time at Pepperdine, saying, "Pepperdine water polo was extremely accommodating in its development of a walk-on such as me, and that's something positively unique about this program."
February 28, 2011: Co-hosts CNN's In the Arena
On February 28, 2011, Cain began co-hosting CNN's "In the Arena" with E.D. Hill.
August 5, 2011: Ends CNN's In the Arena Hosting
August 5, 2011, was the last day Cain co-hosted the program "In the Arena" on CNN with E. D. Hill.
2011: Criticizes Trump, Palin, and populism
In 2011, while at CNN, Will Cain wrote an op-ed criticizing Donald Trump, Sarah Palin, and populism from a conservative perspective.
March 2015: Joins ESPN
In March 2015, Will Cain joined ESPN as a contributor, working with the features unit and E:60 and appearing on First Take.
2015: Starts at ESPN
In 2015, Will Cain started working at ESPN as a radio personality and filled in for other ESPN Radio anchors.
2016: Presidential Election
Will Cain mentions in January 2017 that he did not vote for Trump in the 2016 election.
January 2017: Cain says he didn't vote for Trump
On an episode of First Take in January 2017, Will Cain stated that he did not vote for Donald Trump in the 2016 election.
January 2018: Hosts The Will Cain Show on ESPN Radio
In January 2018, Will Cain began hosting The Will Cain Show on ESPN Radio.
2018: Gains Profile at ESPN
By 2018, Will Cain's presence at ESPN was growing, providing what some considered a balance to the network's coverage.
2018: Comments on being conservative at ESPN
In 2018, Will Cain commented on being a conservative voice at ESPN, noting that ESPN didn't have a voice like his.
June 2020: Leaves ESPN Radio
In June 2020, Will Cain's show on ESPN Radio, The Will Cain Show, ended.
June 24, 2020: Final appearance on First Take
June 24, 2020, marked Will Cain's last appearance on First Take.
August 2020: First appearance on Fox & Friends Weekend
In August 2020, Will Cain made his first appearance on Fox & Friends Weekend.
2020: Reiterates he didn't vote for Trump
In 2020, Will Cain reiterated in an interview that he did not vote for Trump in the 2016 election.
April 5, 2021: Launches The Will Cain Podcast
On April 5, 2021, Will Cain launched "The Will Cain Podcast", covering news, politics, and sports.
January 2022: Criticizes Joe Biden
In January 2022, Will Cain criticized the first year of Joe Biden's presidency on his podcast, calling Biden "the worst president of my lifetime."
May 2023: Interim Host of Fox News Tonight
In May 2023, Will Cain served as an interim host of Fox News Tonight.
January 13, 2025: Announced as Permanent Host on Fox News
On January 13, 2025, Fox News announced Will Cain would become the permanent host of the 4 p.m. hour.
January 21, 2025: The Will Cain Show Debuts on Fox News
On January 21, 2025, "The Will Cain Show" debuted on Fox News.
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