Tucker Carlson is a conservative reporter, commentator, political pundit and former host of the television show Tucker on MSNBC.
Carlson appeared on CNN's Reliable Sources and spoke out against Jon Stewart's interview with Jim Cramer, calling Stewart a "partisan hack."The Huffington Post: Tucker Carlson Rips Jon Stewart... (March 15, 2009)
Career
Tucker Carlson began his career as a journalist working for publications such as the Arkansas Democrat Gazette and Policy Review. From 2001-2005, Carlson hosted CNN's Crossfire. His tenure ended after an on air dispute with comedian John Stewart. After Crossfire, he went on to host Tucker for MSNBC. Carlson's show was canceled in March of 2008 and he was replaced with David Gregory, who hosts the show Race for the White House.
Tucker Carlson Timeline
May 16, 1969: Born
1991: Married Susan Andrews
2000: The Spin Room Co-host
2004: Crossfire Co-host
2004: Tucker Carlson: Unfiltered Host
2005: Situation With Tucker Carlson/Tucker Host
2008: Do You Trust Me?
References
Fast Facts
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Birth name
Tucker Swanson McNear Carlson
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May 16, 1969
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Birthplace
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Married to Susan Andrews with four children
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Father was president of Corporation for Public Broadcasting
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Mother is heir to the Swanson empire
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Avid Grateful Dead fan
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Previously known for wearing bow ties
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Competed on Dancing With The Stars in Fall 2006
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Ranked 93rd in the book 101 People Who Are Really Screwing America
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Host of Do You Trust Me?
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