Ben Shapiro

Ben Shapiro is an American conservative political commentator, media host, and attorney, recognized for co-founding The Daily Wire and hosting “The Ben Shapiro Show.” After becoming the youngest nationwide columnist in the U.S. with his nationally syndicated column at age 17, Ben Shapiro quickly established himself as a prominent voice in political commentary. He further solidified his early career by authoring two non-fiction books: Brainwashed: How Universities Indoctrinate America’s Youth (2004) and Primetime Propaganda: The True Hollywood Story of How the Left Took Over Your TV (2011). Shapiro earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science, summa cum laude, from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2004, and a Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Harvard Law School in 2007.

Following a brief stint in private law practice, he fully committed to his burgeoning career in writing and media. In 2012, Shapiro’s influence grew as he became editor-at-large for Breitbart News, a significant role he held until his departure in 2016. A pivotal moment in his career came in 2015 when he co-founded The Daily Wire, an acclaimed media company where he continues to serve as editor emeritus. Concurrently in 2015, Shapiro launched ‘The Ben Shapiro Show,’ a podcast that has consistently ranked among the most popular in the U.S., reaching millions of listeners daily.

Demonstrating his expanding versatility, Shapiro made a cameo appearance in the film Lady Ballers in 2023. Most recently, in 2024, he was featured on the rap song ‘Facts’ by Tom MacDonald, which achieved notable commercial success by debuting at number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Shapiro continues to drive conversations and shape public opinion through his highly rated podcast, extensive publications, and diverse media engagements.