Kayleigh McEnany replaces Tucker Carlson in prime-time slot this week.

Fox News Host Kayleigh McEnany to Fill in for Tucker Carlson

Exciting news for Fox News viewers! Kayleigh McEnany, one of the three hosts of Outnumbered and former White House press secretary under President Donald Trump, will be taking over for Tucker Carlson for a week starting May 8. McEnany is the first female host to fill in since Carlson’s departure.

Previous Replacements for Carlson

Co-host Brian Kilmeade of Fox & Friends was the first replacement during the first week without Carlson, followed by Lawrence Jones of Cross Country. But now, McEnany will be taking the reins and bringing her unique perspective to the show.

What to Expect from McEnany’s Hosting Gig

McEnany took to Twitter to share her excitement about the opportunity, saying, “I am honored to share that I will be hosting Fox News Tonight on at 8pm ET all next week (5/8-5/12)! Set your DVR. Please join me next week as we dig into the state of politics, media, culture, and faith in America!”

Comparing Viewership

While Carlson’s departure was a shock to many, McEnany has proven herself to be a strong host with a loyal following. Her program Outnumbered drew 1.89 million total viewers in comparison to CNN’s 650,000 and MSNBC’s 699,000 total viewers for the weekday noon time slot ahead of the midterm elections, according to the ratings report. Among the key demographic of 25-54-year-olds, Outnumbered also outpaced its competition, drawing 252,000 viewers compared to 151,000 for CNN and 60,000 for MSNBC.

Carlson’s Future Plans

While McEnany takes over for a week, Carlson is reportedly considering moderating his own GOP primary debate ahead of the 2024 presidential election. Only time will tell what the future holds for both hosts.

Don’t miss out on McEnany’s hosting gig! Set your DVR and tune in to Fox News Tonight at 8pm ET from May 8-12.