Fox News’ Carley Shimkus Surprised Live on Air After Revealing ‘Extremely Historic’ Moment to Fans
Carley Shimkus, one of the beloved anchors of Fox & Friends, recently celebrated a significant milestone live on television, much to the delight of fans and colleagues. The popular journalist turned 37 on November 7, and the occasion was marked with heartfelt surprises, a delicious cake, and warm wishes from both her co-hosts and viewers.
Shimkus, who has been a key figure at Fox News for years, called her birthday an “extremely historic” moment, sharing her excitement about celebrating the special day surrounded by friends. The Fox & Friends team ensured she felt cherished by presenting her with a beautifully decorated white cake from Magnolia Bakery, a famous New York City-based bakery known for its delectable treats.
As the celebration unfolded live on air, Shimkus was met with another unexpected yet touching surprise. While broadcasting from a diner in Manassas, Virginia, guests and patrons joined in to sing “Happy Birthday” to her. The heartwarming moment showcased the camaraderie between the anchor and her audience, reinforcing the deep connection she shares with fans.
Social media was abuzz with birthday messages for Shimkus, as viewers expressed their admiration and best wishes. One fan tweeted, “Happy birthday, Carley!!! Have fun shoe shopping today!” while another wrote, “Happy birthday #CarleyShimkus! You light up every room you enter.” A third fan posted, “@CarleyShimkus, we like everyone at Fox, but Carley is our favorite!!” The outpouring of affection highlighted her popularity among Fox News audiences.
Carley Shimkus has had a long and successful journey at Fox News, starting as a production assistant in 2009 before transitioning into a producer role. Over the years, she climbed the ranks to become one of the network’s most recognizable faces. She currently co-hosts Fox & Friends First alongside Todd Piro, delivering breaking news and discussing trending topics. Additionally, she frequently appears on Fox & Friends, further solidifying her role as a trusted news anchor.
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Beyond anchoring, Shimkus has also served as a reporter for Fox News Headlines 24/7, a co-host for Fox Nation, and a co-host for the Countdown to All-American New Year special. Her versatility and engaging on-air presence have contributed to her status as a fan favorite.
Recently, Shimkus expanded her professional portfolio by adding “author” to her list of accomplishments. She penned a cookbook featuring a diverse collection of meal ideas from around the world, marking a first for the Fox News publishing company. The book not only includes her own favorite recipes but also showcases dishes from fellow Fox & Friends co-hosts and celebrity guests, making it a must-have for fans of the show and food enthusiasts alike.
As she embarks on another year, Carley Shimkus continues to captivate audiences with her charm, intelligence, and enthusiasm. Her birthday celebration on Fox & Friends was a testament to the appreciation and admiration she receives from both colleagues and fans, reaffirming her place as a beloved figure in the world of broadcast journalism.
Fox News’ Carley Shimkus is surprised by co-hosts live on air after revealing ‘extremely historic’ moment to fans
FOX News anchor Carley Shimkus has celebrated a historic day on live TV — and fans loved it.
The popular Fox & Friends anchor turned 37 years old on Tuesday amongst friends and colleagues who wished her the best of birthdays on air.
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Carley Shimkus of Fox & Friends turned 37 years old on November 7 and celebrated with colleagues on airCredit: Getty
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The Fox & Friends team gave her a cake from Magnolia Bakery and sang her ‘Happy Birthday’ to celebrateCredit: FOX News Digital
She called her birthday an “extremely historic” moment and said she was happy to be surrounded by friends for the occasion.
To celebrate, Shimkus’s colleagues treated her to a beautiful white cake from Magnolia Bakery, a popular chain started in New York City.
To Skimkus’s surprise, her friends and even guests at a diner in Manassas, Virginia came together to sing her “Happy Birthday” in a live feed.
Fans on social media also wanted to congratulate Shimkus on the big day.
“Happy birthday Carley!!! Have fun shoe shopping today!” one user tweeted.
“Happy birthday #CarleyShimkus! You light up every room you enter,” another wrote.
“@CarleyShimkus, we like everyone at Fox, but Carley is our favorite!!,” a third posted.
Shimkus has been a staple on Fox News for years, even before she became an anchor on the popular Fox & Friends First program.
She joined the company as a production assistant in 2009 and later became a producer before taking her seat as an anchor.
Now she has become a fan-favorite as she sits alongside co-host Todd Piro to discuss topical trends and the latest breaking news regularly.
She also often appears on the Fox & Friends morning show.
Throughout her career with Fox, Shimkus has worked as a reporter for Fox News Headlines 24/7, co-host for Fox Nation, and co-host for Countdown to All-American New Year.
Shimkus recently became an author too.
She wrote a cookbook featuring meal ideas from around the world in a first for the Fox News publishing company.
And not only Shimkus’s recipes are in the book — it also includes favorite dishes from other Fox & Friends co-hosts and guests.
