Beloved Fox News host Kat Timpf shared a long-awaited health update with her fans after undergoing surgery for breast cancer, which she was diagnosed with just 15 hours before she gave birth to her son — two life-altering events that pulled her away from her role in the cast of “Gutfeld!” for several months.
For background, Kat Timpf, comedian and co-host of Greg Gutfeld’s late-night show, “Gutfeld!,” was diagnosed with breast cancer back in February 2025, just hours before she went into labor with her son. According to press accounts, Timpf had a double mastectomy in March 2025, going on to return to “Gutfeld!” in June. On July 16, 2025, Timpf gave an update on her battle with cancer to fans during an episode of the show.
Explaining her situation to viewers, Timpf said, “When I came back, I said that I still had some more surgeries to go, and my first one’s next week, so I’m gonna be out for a couple of weeks.” She added, “Even … the best case scenario of breast cancer can involve quite a road to feeling whole again.”
Continuing, Timpf said that she was taking “the first step” in her ongoing treatment, adding that she was explaining her situation so that “the internet can’t come up with theories about where I am…that’s where I am.” She continued, “Thank you, everyone, for all your support, vibes, and prayers, or however you show that. I really appreciate it and I can’t wait to come back soon.”
Previously, Timpf told viewers, “Every case of breast cancer is very different,” when she returned to the show in June, adding, “There are a lot of details of mine that I haven’t shared, but I just wanna say, you know, trust that I’m making the best decision for me and my family. I’m getting the best medical advice that I could possibly be getting.”
After Timpf made her announcement, Fellow Fox News hosts Guy Benson and Rachel Campos-Duffy praised her for her tenacity and positivity, with Campos-Duffy writing, “Never been more impressed with Kat Timpf. The very definition of a strong mom!” Benson wrote, “We love you, Kat, & will be here for you every step of the way. What a relief that you caught it early. Also, your baby is adorable and such a blessing.”
In addition, Timpf shared her video update on X, telling her fans, “I’ll be back on @Gutfeldfox in a few weeks!” She added, “Huge thanks to those of you who have taken the time to offer me words of kindness and support. I love u all so much.” Commenters showed their support in droves, with the X user Ronnie Huffman writing, “I will be thinking of you during your time away and missing you on Gutfeld. It isn’t the same when you’re not there.”
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More commenters showed love and support to Timpf on X as well. The user magamanvegas wrote, “Gutfeld isn’t funny when you’re gone,” and another user chimed in, “Sending you love, strength, and prayers as you walk this incredibly brave path of new motherhood and cancer recovery.”
Watch Kat’s update:
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