Emily Compagno, a prominent Fox News host, concluded her nearly six-year tenure on the daytime program “Outnumbered” on Friday, delivering an emotional farewell to viewers. Compagno is set to transition into a permanent co-host position on "The Five," the network’s highly-rated 5 p.m. roundtable show. Her new assignment officially commences on Tuesday, September 8, marking a significant promotion within Fox News Media.
"After almost six years, I’d like to express my deepest gratitude to all of you at home who trusted me to help deliver and analyze the news every day at noon ET." Emily Compagno, Fox News Co-Host
During her final moments on "Outnumbered," Compagno expressed profound gratitude to her audience and colleagues. "After almost six years, I’d like to express my deepest gratitude to all of you at home who trusted me to help deliver and analyze the news every day at noon ET," Compagno stated, thanking viewers for their consistent support. She also extended her appreciation to the production staff and her co-workers, specifically naming executive producer Trina Thompson and the entire "Outnumbered" team for their "dedication, professionalism, and sheer talent." Compagno described her time on the show as an "extraordinary privilege and an honor." She concluded her farewell by directing viewers to her upcoming role, saying, "From now on, see you at 5:00."
Compagno initially joined Fox News as a contributor in December 2018. She was elevated to a permanent co-host role on "Outnumbered" in January 2021, where she regularly appeared alongside Harris Faulkner and a rotating panel of guests. Her consistent presence and analytical contributions during this period positioned her for the move to "The Five."
The promotion was initially announced by Fox News in August. Compagno will join established co-hosts Greg Gutfeld, Dana Perino, and Jesse Watters. Harold Ford Jr. and Jessica Tarlov will continue their rotating appearances in the program's designated liberal seat. Fox News Media CEO Suzanne Scott lauded Compagno upon the announcement of her new role, referring to her as a "standout" whose energy and talent consistently impressed network executives. Compagno herself described joining "The Five" full-time as an "incredible privilege," adding, "I am grateful for the opportunity and can’t wait to get started."
"The Five" is one of cable television's most-watched programs. Nielsen figures released by Fox indicate that the show averaged 3.6 million viewers during the second quarter of 2026. This performance marked its 19th consecutive quarter as the highest-rated program in cable news, underscoring its significant reach and influence. Compagno was already a familiar face on "The Five," having frequently appeared as a guest and rotating panelist prior to securing her permanent position.
The move comes as Fox News' roster experiences a period of change. Jeanine Pirro, who previously held a permanent seat on "The Five," departed the network in 2025 to assume the role of U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, creating the opening Compagno now fills. Compagno's departure from "Outnumbered" also creates a new vacancy in Fox's daytime lineup. The network has indicated that a rotation of personalities will temporarily fill her chair on "Outnumbered" while executives search for a permanent replacement.
Beyond her roles on "Outnumbered" and "The Five," Compagno has expanded her presence across Fox News, hosting "The FOX True Crime Podcast with Emily Compagno" and authoring the 2024 New York Times bestseller “Under His Wings.” Before her career in television, Compagno worked as a criminal defense attorney, served as a federal attorney, and was a captain for the Oakland Raiders cheerleading squad. Her transition to "The Five" signifies a continued upward trajectory within the network, placing her at the table of one of its most impactful programs.
