In a moment that took both viewers and colleagues by surprise, Greg Gutfeld announced the highly anticipated return of Kat Timpf to Fox News during a recent episode of Gutfeld! The reveal, delivered with visible emotion, triggered an outpouring of excitement across social media, quickly giving rise to trending tags like #KatIsBack and renewed chatter about her abrupt departure over a year ago.
Timpf, known for her sharp commentary and signature blend of humor and insight, is set to reappear on Gutfeld! and The Five beginning April 10, 2025. Her absence since early 2024 sparked months of speculation, ranging from personal struggles to secret professional ventures. And while the reasons for her time away remain largely unconfirmed, one thing is clear—her return is being embraced as a major moment for the network.
Gutfeld broke the news with enthusiasm, declaring, “Kat Timpf is coming back!” to a studio audience that erupted in cheers. The announcement quickly echoed online, with fans expressing sentiments like, “It hasn’t felt the same without her.” On April 9, Timpf herself posted a message that offered a small window into her mindset: “I needed this break for me. I’m beyond excited to return.” She didn’t elaborate further, leaving fans to wonder—was it burnout, a personal crossroads, or something more strategic?
Timpf’s absence left a noticeable void. At 36, she’s built a strong reputation for her unfiltered takes on politics and culture, a voice many see as both fearless and refreshingly candid. Her 2023 book, You Can’t Joke About That, resonated with audiences, selling over 50,000 copies. “She tells the truth like no one else,” one fan posted on X. Jesse Watters of The Five added, “The studio’s been too quiet without her.”
Insiders at Fox suggest that Timpf’s return could bolster already strong ratings, with Gutfeld! pulling in a steady 2.5 million nightly viewers. Her presence is expected to re-energize the lineup, especially given her knack for distilling chaos with a dose of dry wit. As Gutfeld put it, “She’s the heart of our chaos.”
Still, not everyone is convinced the timing is coincidental. Some viewers speculate this could be a well-crafted publicity move, a way to stir buzz just when the network wants it most. Fox has certainly used dramatic reentries before to capture attention.
Regardless of what led to her break, the anticipation around Timpf’s return is undeniable. Her willingness to challenge the status quo—once calling politics “a clown show” on air—suggests that she’s not coming back quietly. As the April 10 broadcast nears, fans and critics alike are asking the same questions: What will Kat reveal… and what will she keep to herself?
