Sean Hannity

Sean Hannity
Name	Sean Hannity
Birth date	30 December 1961
Birth place	New York City, New York, U.S.
Occupation	Television host, Radio personality, Commentator, Author
Employer	Fox News, Fox News Radio, Premiere Networks
Known for	Hannity, The Sean Hannity Show
Spouse	Jill Rhodes, 1993, 2020

Sean Hannity is an American conservative television host, Radio personality, and commentator. He is best known for hosting the nightly political talk program Hannity on the Fox News channel and the nationally syndicated radio show The Sean Hannity Show. A prominent voice in conservative media, his commentary has been influential within the Republican Party and among supporters of former President Donald Trump.

Early life and education

He was born in New York City and spent his childhood in Franklin Square, Long Island. He attended Sacred Heart Seminary and later Adelphi University, though he did not complete a degree. His early professional experiences included work in the construction industry and as a talk radio host on the University of California, Santa Barbara college station, KCSB.

Radio career

His national radio career began in the 1990s, with his show gaining significant traction after being syndicated by ABC Radio Networks. In 2001, he moved to Premiere Networks, a division of iHeartMedia, where The Sean Hannity Show became one of the most listened-to talk radio programs in the United States. The program is broadcast on hundreds of stations across the country, including flagship WOR in New York City, and features political interviews, listener calls, and monologues on current events.

Television career

He joined the then-fledgling Fox News channel in 1996, initially co-hosting Hannity & Colmes with liberal commentator Alan Colmes. Following the end of that program in 2009, he launched the solo-hosted prime-time show Hannity, which consistently ranks among the highest-rated programs on cable news. He has also served as a contributor and substitute host for Fox & Friends and has moderated several Republican Party presidential debates, including events during the 2016 Republican Party presidential primaries.

Political views and commentary

A staunch conservative, his commentary strongly advocates for Republican policies, conservative principles, and social conservatism. He is a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump, often defending his administration's actions regarding the Russia investigation, impeachment proceedings, and the 2020 United States presidential election. His show frequently features interviews with prominent figures like Newt Gingrich, Mike Huckabee, and Kayleigh McEnany, and he has been critical of Democratic leaders such as Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Nancy Pelosi.

Controversies and criticism

He has faced numerous controversies, including promoting conspiracy theories about Barack Obama's birthplace and criticism for his supportive coverage of the Tea Party movement. His close relationship with Donald Trump, including private conversations and coordinated messaging, drew scrutiny during the Mueller investigation and the First impeachment of Donald Trump. Media watchdog groups like Media Matters for America and FactCheck.org have frequently criticized his reporting, and he was referenced in the defamation lawsuit against Fox News brought by Dominion Voting Systems.

Personal life

He was married to former Fox News editorial writer Jill Rhodes from 1993 until their divorce in 2020; they have two children. A resident of Centre Island, New York, he is also a licensed helicopter pilot. He has authored several books, including Let Freedom Ring and Conservative Victory, and is involved in philanthropic efforts, having supported organizations like the Freedom Alliance and the Marine Corps–Law Enforcement Foundation.

Category:American radio personalities Category:American television talk show hosts Category:American political commentators Category:Fox News people Category:1961 births Category:Living people