Fox News is making a significant change to the lineup of its top-rated program, The Five, with Emily Compagno officially joining the show as a permanent co-host. Her arrival fills a long-standing opening on the panel and has prompted speculation among viewers about the future of liberal co-host Jessica Tarlov.
Tarlov was absent from a recent August 24 broadcast of The Five, where Dana Perino, Kennedy, Jesse Watters, Greg Gutfeld, and Emily Compagno appeared on the panel. Perino introduced the group without mentioning Tarlov’s absence, leading some viewers on social media to wonder whether Compagno was replacing her.
The speculation intensified because Fox News had announced Compagno as a new permanent co-host shortly before the broadcast. Some viewers welcomed the change, while others expressed disappointment and questioned whether Tarlov had been removed from the program. However, the reports indicate that Tarlov has not announced that she is leaving The Five. Her absence was reportedly connected to a short vacation break, rather than an official departure.
Compagno’s appointment represents a major promotion within Fox News. She has appeared frequently on The Five in a rotating capacity and has been part of Fox News since joining the network as a contributor in 2018. She later became a permanent co-host of Outnumbered.
Beginning September 8, Compagno will officially take a permanent seat on The Five, one of Fox News’ most prominent programs. She described the opportunity as an honor and said she was excited to become an official member of a program she had worked alongside for years.
Before her television career, Compagno worked in law, including criminal defense and civil litigation, and held positions connected to the federal government. She also served as a judicial extern and had international legal experience. Earlier in her career, she was captain of the Oakland Raiders cheerleading squad and participated in a USO tour supporting American troops overseas.
Fox News leadership praised Compagno’s experience, energy, and talent while announcing her new role. The network emphasized the continued popularity of The Five, which attracts millions of viewers.
Although Compagno’s permanent position represents an important lineup change, there is currently no confirmed indication that Tarlov is being pushed out. Instead, the program appears to be expanding its established panel structure while maintaining its political diversity. The change is nevertheless likely to attract continued attention from both conservative and liberal viewers as Compagno begins her official role on September 8.
