Steve Doocy is a well-known American television personality, conservative commentator, and author. He gained widespread recognition as a co-anchor of Fox News Channel’s popular morning show Fox & Friends, a role he held from 1998 until 2025. Doocy is also celebrated for his engaging style and bestselling books, particularly in humor and cooking.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Stephen James Doocy |
| Date of Birth | October 19, 1956 |
| Place of Birth | Algona, Iowa, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Partner | Kathy Gerrity Doocy (married since 1986) |
| Children | Peter, Mary, and Sally Doocy |
| Occupations | Television host, political commentator, author |
| Net Worth | $11 million (estimated) |
Early Life and Education
Born on October 19, 1956, in Algona, Iowa, Steve Doocy grew up in Industry, Kansas. He is the eldest child of James and JoAnne Doocy and has Irish and Swedish roots.
Doocy attended several schools across Kansas before graduating from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science degree in journalism. During college, he was the first on-air DJ for the university’s radio station, KJHK.
Career
Doocy’s broadcasting career started in local TV stations across Kansas and Missouri, including Topeka, Des Moines, Wichita, and Kansas City.
He later became a features reporter for WRC-TV in Washington, D.C., and hosted several shows such as NBC’s House Party with Steve Doocy and the children’s program Not Just News.
He also anchored Wake Up America on NBC’s America’s Talking and worked at WCBS-TV in New York. In 1996, Doocy joined Fox News and was a founding co-host of Fox & Friends in 1998, helping the show become the top-rated cable morning program.
In 2025, he shifted to a part-time role, co-hosting remotely from Florida and focusing on special projects.
Personal Life
Steve Doocy has been married to Kathy Gerrity Doocy since 1986. They have three children: Peter, a Fox News White House correspondent; Mary, a lawyer; and Sally, who works in Fox News sales. The family is close-knit and collaborates on various projects, including co-authoring cookbooks.
Publications
Doocy is a bestselling author with several popular books to his name, including:
- The Mr. and Mrs. Happy Handbook
- Tales from the Dad Side: Misadventures in Fatherhood
- The Happy Cookbook: A Celebration of the Food That Makes America Smile (co-written with Kathy Doocy)
- The Happy in a Hurry Cookbook: 100-Plus Fast and Easy New Recipes That Taste Like Home (co-written with Kathy Doocy)
Net Worth
Steve Doocy’s net worth is estimated to be around $11 million, with an annual salary of approximately $4 million from Fox News.
