How old is Sean Hannity?
Quick answer
Sean Hannity was born on December 30, 1961, in New York City, which makes him 64 years old. He hosts the weeknight show Hannity on Fox News.
Key facts
- Born
- December 30, 1961
- Birthplace
- New York City
- Known for
- Hannity on Fox News
- Spouse
- Ainsley Earhardt (married 2026)
Sean Hannity has been one of the most recognizable faces on Fox News since the channel’s early years.
Career timeline
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Late 1980s | Starts in talk radio while working in California |
| 1996 | Joins the newly launched Fox News Channel as co-host of Hannity & Colmes |
| 2009 | Begins hosting his own primetime show, Hannity |
| Ongoing | Also hosts the nationally syndicated Sean Hannity Show on radio |
He has also written several bestselling books on politics.
Marriage to Ainsley Earhardt
Hannity married fellow Fox News host Ainsley Earhardt on October 24, 2026, at the Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea in Palm Beach, Florida, the same church where they became engaged. The couple had confirmed their engagement during the 2024 Christmas holidays. Earhardt co-hosts Fox & Friends; here’s how old Ainsley Earhardt is.
Hannity was previously married to journalist Jill Rhodes, with whom he has two children. The couple divorced in 2019 after more than 25 years of marriage.
Early life
Hannity grew up on Long Island, New York, the son of Irish immigrant parents. He attended New York University and Adelphi University without finishing a degree, and worked in construction and as a contractor before his radio career took off. His first on-air job was a volunteer talk show at a college radio station in Santa Barbara, California, which led to paid radio jobs in Alabama and Georgia before Fox News hired him.
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