Sean Hannity is the longest-running primetime cable news host in television history. According to a news release obtained by Barrett News Media, Thursday marks 25 consecutive years, six months, and 15 days hosting “Hannity.”
“Sean’s authenticity and insightful commentary have created one of the most enduring connections with our audience and it’s been an honor to watch him over the years,” said FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott.
Hannity has been at the network since its launch in 1996. His debut program, “Hannity & Colmes” with the late Alan Colmes, found tremendous ratings success and overtook Larry King after just five years of its existence.
“I am extremely grateful to FOX News Media and to our loyal, dedicated viewers whom I am proud to serve every night,” remarked Hannity.
Fox News said “Hannity” ended 2021 as the top-rated program airing at 9 PM/ET, beating the competition on CNN and MSNBC by double digits in both categories.
“A FOX News original, he has helped innovate the industry, and we are incredibly proud of his extraordinary success,” added Scott.
According to Nielsen, Hannity’s program draws more than 3.1 million viewers each night. Hannity also hosts a nationally syndicated radio show with 675 affiliates around the U.S.
Throughout his storied career, he has received two NAB Marconi Radio Awards for Network Syndicated Personality of the Year and is a three-time consecutive winner of the Radio & Records National Talk Show Host of the Year Award.
