Bill O'Reilly, the 76-year-old veteran conservative commentator and host of the No Spin News podcast, announced he is temporarily stepping back from regular media activities, including podcast episodes, due to an undisclosed illness he called a "malady."
In a message posted on his website billoreilly.com on January 20, 2026, O'Reilly told his "No Spin Nation" supporters:
"Hey No Spin Nation. Sorry I am dealing with a malady. We have great doctors so we’ll fight the good fight. Doesn’t affect my fingers so will update you on me, news cycle, and anything major. Hopefully, back in the saddle shortly."
The announcement indicates O'Reilly is scaling back while undergoing treatment but will continue providing written updates on news and his condition, as the issue does not impact his ability to write.
He did not disclose specifics about the illness, including symptoms, diagnosis, or timeline beyond his hopeful note of a quick return. This appears to be a new development, with no prior public reports of similar health-related pauses in recent years.