Britt Mchenry

Britt McHenry is a television personality who has transitioned from a sports reporter at ESPN to a commentator and host at Fox News and Fox Nation, addressing current events and conservative viewpoints. After earning a Master’s in Broadcast Journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism and graduating magna cum laude from Stetson University in 2007, Britt McHenry launched her career in sports reporting and broadcasting. She commenced her professional journey at WJLA-TV and NewsChannel 8 in Washington, D.C., where she honed her skills as a sports reporter and fill-in anchor, covering diverse local and national athletic events. Following a successful tenure with Fox Sports San Diego, McHenry made a significant move to ESPN in March 2014, joining as a Washington, D.C.–based bureau reporter.

This pivotal role placed her at the forefront of major sports news, where she contributed extensively across the network’s top-tier programming and became a recognized national voice. During her impactful three-year tenure at ESPN, McHenry was a central figure, regularly appearing on flagship shows such as SportsCenter, Outside the Lines, NFL Live, and Baseball Tonight. Her insightful reporting covered a wide array of sports topics, from breaking news to in-depth analysis, consistently delivering information to millions of viewers nationwide. She remained a key contributor at ESPN until April 2017, when she transitioned from the network, marking a significant evolution in her professional trajectory towards broader media commentary.

Her expertise in broadcasting also led her to host a dedicated show on WTTG Fox 5 in Washington, D.C., further reinforcing her local presence in a major media market. More recently, McHenry launched her podcast, ‘Pump the Brakes,’ which provides an additional, independent avenue for her commentary and discussions on a variety of subjects, solidifying her multifaceted career as a compelling television personality and host across diverse platforms.