Monday, May 12, 2025

3 Names Keep Coming Up To Join The Five On FNC


Following Judge Jeanine Pirro's abrupt departure from Fox News' The Five on Thursday to serve as interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., under President Donald Trump, speculation about who will replace her on the top-rated cable news show has been limited but notable. 

Fox News announced that a rotation of network personalities will temporarily fill Pirro’s seat until a permanent co-host is named, a strategy consistent with past transitions on the show.

No definitive front-runner has emerged in public discussions, but several names have surfaced based on past fill-in roles and Fox News’ talent pool. Media reports and posts on X highlight the following:

  • Katie Pavlich, a Fox News contributor and Townhall editor, has been mentioned as a potential candidate due to her prior appearances as a guest host on The Five. Her conservative commentary aligns with the show’s right-leaning dynamic.
  • Kayleigh McEnany, former Trump White House press secretary and current Fox News host, is another name cited for her frequent fill-in stints and prominence within MAGA circles. Her experience on the network and alignment with Trump’s base make her a plausible choice.
  • Kellyanne Conway, a Trump adviser and occasional Fox News contributor, has also been noted as a past substitute on the show, positioning her as a possible contender. Her political pedigree and media presence add to her viability.

The lack of deeper speculation may stem from the recency of Pirro’s exit and Fox’s immediate reliance on guest hosts. Historically, The Five has used transitions to elevate existing talent or introduce high-profile conservatives, as seen when Pirro herself joined in 2022 after her weekend show, Justice with Judge Jeanine. T

he chosen replacement will likely need to match Pirro’s outspoken, Trump-aligned persona to maintain the show’s dynamic and appeal, given its role as a “launchpad for MAGA media superstardom” and its high ratings.

Fox News has not signaled a timeline for naming a permanent co-host, and the rotating guest strategy suggests they may test multiple personalities before deciding. Until more concrete reports or network announcements surface, the speculation remains open-ended, with Pavlich, McEnany, and Conway as the most frequently mentioned names based on available information.

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