Megyn Kelly is a prominent American journalist and media personality. She grew up in New York and attended Bethlehem Central High School, where she was active in sports and cheerleading. After her father's sudden death, she pursued a degree in political science at Syracuse University, graduating in 1992, and earned her Juris Doctor from Albany Law School in 1995. Kelly began her career as a corporate litigator but soon shifted to journalism. In 2003, she moved to Washington, D.C., working as a freelance reporter for ABC News, covering significant events like the 2004 elections and Supreme Court hearings. In 2004, she joined Fox News Channel as a correspondent, eventually becoming co-anchor of America’s Newsroom, anchor of America Live, and host of The Kelly File, which gained high ratings for its balanced coverage and incisive interviews. Her career included notable confrontations, such as her exchange with Donald Trump during the 2015 GOP debate, which drew significant media attention. Kelly faced further controversy for her comments on blackface during a discussion on NBC's Megyn Kelly Today, leading to her departure from the network in 2018. After leaving NBC, she launched The Megyn Kelly Show, a podcast covering various topics. Kelly has been married twice and has three children. With an estimated net worth of around $45 million, Kelly has made a lasting impact on journalism, known for her integrity and fearless questioning. She was named one of TIME magazine's 100 Most Influential People in 2014 and has been featured in various prominent publications.
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