After nearly three decades of early mornings, familiar laughs, and countless interviews from the Fox News studio in New York, Steve Doocy is switching things up, but he’s not signing off just yet.

The beloved Fox & Friends co-host, who’s been on the iconic “curvy couch” since the show’s launch in 1998, announced on May 1 that he’s stepping back from his full-time hosting duties.

A New Chapter—Without the 3:30 A.M. Alarm

In an emotional on-air moment, Doocy told viewers he’s trading the pre-dawn grind for a new, more flexible routine. He’ll now co-host three days a week remotely from Florida, allowing him to spend more time with family and report from under-covered corners of America.

“It’s a great job, but the hours suck,” he laughed. “Now I’ll be going from the Carolinas to the Keys… from Middle America to Mar-a-Lago. So call me the coast-to-coast host.”

Doocy also said he was taking a short break before returning in his new role, joking: “I’ll be back in ten days when it’s time to make the donuts.”

Retired? Nope. Recharged? Absolutely.

Despite his absence from the New York studio, Doocy made one thing clear: he’s not retiring.

“You’ve trusted me for all these years… and don’t worry, you’ll still hear my voice and my opinions loud and clear.”

He’ll continue to contribute to Fox & Friends, offering commentary and reports from across the country. Florida, he said, gives him easier access to locations often ignored by national media.

Fox executive Megan Albano praised the move, saying, “We’re excited to see Steve bring his signature style to diners, pickleball courts, and beyond, without the George Washington Bridge commute every morning.”

Trump Sends His Best

Even Donald Trump chimed in to mark the moment. In a prerecorded video, the former president thanked Doocy for his “fair” coverage and praised their long-running media relationship.

“It’s been an honor watching you and the whole group in the morning,” Trump said, also giving a shout-out to Steve’s son Peter Doocy, who was promoted to Senior White House Correspondent in 2024.

Legacy of a Morning News Icon

Steve Doocy joined Fox News in 1996 and became a founding co-host of Fox & Friends in 1998. He’s one of the longest-running morning show hosts in network television, second only to Al Roker.

Over the years, he’s interviewed presidents, covered major news events, and even earned 11 Emmy Awards for his reporting and writing.

In 2025, Fox & Friends is still going strong, averaging 1.5 million viewers and maintaining its place as a morning TV staple.

Now, Doocy’s next chapter is about more family breakfasts, more flexible storytelling, and less rush-hour traffic. For fans, it’s not goodbye. It’s see you on the road.