Fox News correspondent Anita Vogel has returned to air after taking time off to grieve the death of her husband, who died from pancreatic cancer last year.
Ahead of her reappearance on television, the newscaster opened up in a lengthy post on X to thank fans for their support during the difficult time.
“2025 was a heartbreaking and tragic year for our family,” her post Saturday began. “After surviving the Palisades Fire in January, we then lost my beloved husband to complications of pancreatic cancer in October. It has been the hardest of times for our family.”
Last January, Los Angeles declared a state of emergency as the city’s suburbs were engulfed in flames, causing many celebrities who lived in the neighborhoods of Altadena and Sylmar, as well as the exclusive Pacific Palisades, to lose their homes.
Vogel added that she had largely kept the news “very quiet,” but wanted to briefly address what happened before returning to The Big Weekend Show on Monday night.
“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,” the X post read. “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.”
“We kept this very quiet but thank you to friends and family for all your support,” Vogel’s post added. “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.”
Many responded to Vogel’s post to share their condolences and messages of support.
“I am so sorry for all you have gone through. Thoughts and prayers!” one comment on the post read. “I’m very sorry to learn of your loss, I hadn’t heard,” another commenter posted.
Another Fox personality, Griff Jenkins, wrote on X, “Our hearts break for my colleague @AnitaJVogel during this difficult time. 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.”
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Vogel later shared a follow-up message thanking everyone for their extended support. “Thank you so much to all for the outpouring of support,” she wrote.
“I have been so touched by all of your heartfelt messages. My husband was the best husband and father. Pancreatic cancer is a silent killer. I hope to talk more about it and help raise awareness down the road.”
