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Tucker Carlson is a prominent American television personality, political commentator, author, and journalist. He is best known for hosting the nightly political talk show “Tucker Carlson Tonight” on the Fox News Channel. Carlson began his career as a print journalist, writing for various publications including The Weekly Standard and The New York Times Magazine. He later transitioned to television, becoming a co-host on CNN’s “Crossfire” before joining Fox News as a contributor in 2009. In 2016, he took over the 7 pm time slot previously held by Greta Van Susteren and quickly became one of the network’s most popular hosts. Carlson is known for his conservative views and sharp commentary on current events, often sparking controversy with his opinions on issues such as immigration, race, and social justice. He has written several books, including “Ship of Fools: How a Selfish Ruling Class Is Bringing America to the Brink of Revolution” and “Politicians, Partisans, and Parasites: My Adventures in Cable News.” With his engaging style and no-holds-barred approach, Tucker Carlson has become a leading voice in the world of conservative media.
Early Life and Education
Tucker Carlson was born on May 16, 1969, in San Francisco, California. He is the eldest son of Richard Warner Carlson, a former Los Angeles news anchor and U.S. ambassador to the Seychelles, and Lisa McNear. Carlson attended St. George’s School, a boarding school in Rhode Island, before studying at Trinity College in Connecticut. He later transferred to the University of California, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in History.
Career as a Journalist and Television Personality
After college, Carlson began his career in journalism as a staff writer for Policy Review. He later worked as a reporter for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette and The Weekly Standard. In 2000, Carlson joined CNN as co-host of the network’s political debate show, Crossfire. He went on to host his own show, Tucker Carlson: Unfiltered, on PBS. In 2005, Carlson became a co-host of the CNN show The Situation Room before moving to MSNBC. In 2009, he joined Fox News as a contributor and was later given his own show, Tucker Carlson Tonight, which became one of the most-watched cable news programs in the United States.
Throughout his career, Carlson has been known for his conservative views and often controversial statements on various political and social issues. He has been criticized for his stance on immigration, race relations, and gender equality, among other topics. Despite this, Carlson continues to be a prominent figure in American media and remains a popular host on Fox News. His outspoken and sometimes divisive opinions have helped him cultivate a loyal following and solidify his place in the world of cable news.
