After three decades of influential reporting, Neil Cavuto has decided to leave Fox News, marking the end of an era for the veteran newsman.
Neil Cavuto, who joined Fox News at its inception, announced his retirement on December 19, 2024, The US Sun reported.
Cavuto's career in television journalism began long before he became a familiar face on Fox News. Born on September 22, 1958, in Westbury, New York, Cavuto was exposed early to the dynamics of international politics and business, influenced by his mother's work at the United Nations and his father’s career as a sales executive.
His interest in politics and media was apparent from a young age, leading him to serve as a White House intern during the Carter administration. This early experience in the corridors of power would shape his approach to news reporting in the years to come.
Before his long tenure at Fox, Cavuto sharpened his journalistic skills at CNBC as an anchor. When Fox News was founded in 1996, Cavuto was among the first to join, quickly establishing himself as a pivotal figure in its news coverage.
Cavuto’s role at Fox News grew over the years, eventually becoming the senior vice president, anchor, and managing editor of business news. His reporting not only covered but also shaped how viewers understood some of the most significant events of the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
His on-the-ground reporting included such pivotal moments as the 1987 stock market crash, the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, the 2008 financial collapse, and both Persian Gulf Wars. These reports have been critical in providing context and analysis to some of the most momentous news stories of our time.
Although he reported on economic and financial issues, Cavuto also faced his battles, including a fight against Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosed in 1987. His experiences with severe health challenges led him to become an outspoken advocate for vaccinations.
It was his advocacy that, according to Cavuto, helped him during his battle with COVID-19, crediting his survival to the vaccinations he had received.
Throughout his tenure, Cavuto was known not just for his reporting, but also for his willingness to critique his network and others in the media. He famously challenged Donald Trump's criticisms of Fox News, suggesting that despite the president’s dissatisfaction, Fox provided "pretty fair coverage."
His critical stance on such issues often placed him at odds with many in his audience and within the larger media landscape, highlighting his commitment to journalistic integrity over mere alignment with network narratives.
Cavuto’s departure marks a significant shift not just for him but for the network he helped shape since its very start. His journalistic influence is underscored by his longstanding commitment to balanced reporting and media transparency.
Neil Cavuto's personal life, marked by his marriage to Mary Fulling on October 15, 1983, and raising three children, has been relatively private, focused on stability and community involvement.
The family resides in Mendham Borough, New Jersey, where Cavuto has been an active member of the community.
As for what’s next for Cavuto post-Fox News, the industry is watching closely, curious about the future contributions of this seasoned newsman to the world of journalism and media. His departure marks the closing of a significant chapter in Fox News' history and the beginning of a new personal era for Cavuto.
