Jeanine Pirro

Jeanine Pirro (June 2, 1951 – present) is an American television personality, legal analyst, and former judicial officer who has become a prominent media figure on Fox News. Born in New York, Pirro earned her law degree from Albany Law School and built a career in the legal system, serving as a judge in Westchester County, New York, and later as District Attorney. She is best known as the creator and host of "Justice with Judge Jeanine," a prime-time Fox News opinion and interview program that has run continuously since 2011. The show features her commentary on legal issues, politics, and current events, and has made her one of the network's most recognizable personalities. Beyond her television work, Pirro is a legal analyst, author, and political commentator who appears frequently on various news programs. She has run for office, including a bid for New York Attorney General, though she was unsuccessful. Pirro's sharp legal mind, direct communication style, and conservative political viewpoint have made her influential in conservative media circles. Her career exemplifies the rise of former judges becoming prominent media personalities in the 24-hour news cycle.