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"Hardest Of Times": Fox News Star Opens up About Husband's Death on Air

Anita Vogel endured a 2025 filled with an unbelievable amount of tragedy and grief. 

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The Fox News correspondent recently returned to the network over the weekend after taking several months off. She started the year putting her life back together after surviving the Palisades wildfires. Then, several months ago, her husband of 13 years died from pancreatic cancer. 

Anita Vogel Came Back From an "Unimaginable Loss"

The 56-year-old Vogel shared with her followers on X that she would be returning to Fox News on The Big Weekend Show on Jan. 31. She also shared how she got through her difficult 2025. 

"2025 was a heartbreaking and tragic year for our family," she began. "After surviving the Palisades Fire in January, we then lost my beloved husband to complications of pancreatic cancer in October."

She added, "It has been the hardest of times for our family. I've taken several months off to deal with the unimaginable loss, and by the grace of God, we are moving forward one day at a time."  

"Part of the healing journey includes slowly getting back to work to help bring a sense of normalcy, and so that's what I'm now doing," she continued. "We kept this very quiet, but thank you to friends and family for all your support.  I'm looking forward to a great show tonight with the most lovely cast.  Thanks to all the loyal fans who always tune in, and we'll see you tonight.  God Bless you all."

Fans and Colleagues Shared Their Support for the Fox News Correspondent

After sharing this emotional and heartbreaking news, many viewers and peers voiced their support for Vogel. 

"So many of us that watch and appreciate your talent as a news person are wrapping their arms around you and your family," one user wrote. "I can only imagine how proud your husband was of you."

"Our hearts break for my colleague @AnitaJVogel during this difficult time," added FOX & Friends Weekend cohost Griff Jenkins. "Please keep her and her family in your prayers. Anita is one of the most amazing, talented, and kindest people you will ever meet — and we need to lift her up during this tragic time. Praying for you Anita, and welcoming you back with open arms."