Tucker Carlson

Commentator; host of The Tucker Carlson Show

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Background

Carlson is a conservative commentator who hosted Fox News' prime-time show Tucker Carlson Tonight until 2023, then launched his own online network and interview show.

Born: May 16, 1969 in San Francisco, California (age 57)
Home state: Maine and Florida
Education: Trinity College (Connecticut)

Career

Founder, Tucker Carlson Network (2023–)
Host, Tucker Carlson Tonight, Fox News (2016–2023)
Co-founder, The Daily Caller (2010)
Host at MSNBC; co-host of CNN's Crossfire

Notable record

Hosted the highest-rated show in cable news in 2020
Co-founded The Daily Caller news site in 2010
Spoke at the 2024 Republican National Convention

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