Tucker Carlson is a name synonymous with conservative commentary and, more recently, a surprising departure from Fox News. While his professional life often makes headlines due to controversies and his high-profile media career, Tucker Carlson’s personal life, particularly his relationship with his wife, Susan Andrews, remains largely private despite his public persona. Married for over three decades, Susan Andrews has been a constant presence in Carlson’s life since their high school days. This article delves into what is known about Susan Andrews, her long-standing marriage to Tucker Carlson, and their life together away from the political spotlight.
High School Sweethearts: The Beginning of Tucker and Susan’s Story
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Tucker Carlson and Susan Andrews, partners for over three decades, pictured on Fox News.
The love story of Tucker Carlson and Susan Andrews began in their teenage years. Carlson was a student at St. George’s School in Rhode Island where Susan’s father, Rev. George E. Andrews, served as the headmaster. Recalling their first impressions, Carlson fondly described Susan to PEOPLE in 2000 as “the cutest 10th grader in America.” Susan, in turn, noticed Carlson’s optimistic demeanor, stating, “There was a bounce in his walk. He was in his khaki pants and ribbon belt and I thought, even then, he seemed so optimistic and positive.” Their connection deepened, leading to an engagement six months before Carlson’s graduation from Trinity College in 1991. Carlson humorously characterized their early engagement as “All very 19th century, but a good thing to do,” highlighting the traditional and enduring nature of their relationship from its inception.
Family Life: Four Children and Navigating Public Scrutiny
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Tucker Carlson pictured in 2024, a father of four adult children with Susan Andrews.
Together, Tucker and Susan Carlson have built a family of four children, all of whom are now adults. They welcomed daughters Lillie, Hopie, and Dorothy, and son Buckley Carlson into their lives. Buckley Carlson has followed a path into the political sphere, recently appointed as Vice President J.D. Vance’s deputy press secretary, indicating a continuation of the family’s involvement in American politics, albeit behind the scenes. Despite Tucker Carlson’s prominent and often polarizing role in media, the couple has managed to maintain a degree of privacy for their family, shielding their children from the intense public scrutiny that often accompanies Carlson’s career.
Challenges and Enduring Partnership
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Tucker Carlson and Susan Andrews photographed in Los Angeles in 2019.
The Carlson-Andrews family faced a significant scare in November 2018 when protesters targeted their Washington, D.C. home while Susan was alone inside. Carlson recounted the distressing event to The Washington Post, describing how Susan heard “pounding on the front door and screaming” as she was preparing dinner. The situation escalated when someone “started throwing himself against the front door and actually cracked the front door.” Carlson interpreted this event not as a peaceful protest but as a direct threat to his family. This incident highlighted the challenges of maintaining personal safety and privacy in the face of political polarization and public animosity directed at public figures like Tucker Carlson.
Furthermore, Susan’s family history also came under scrutiny when, in 2016, her father, Rev. George E. Andrews, was investigated for allegedly failing to report sexual abuse at St. George’s School during his tenure as headmaster in the 1980s. Although both Tucker and Susan had long since graduated, and Susan was serving on the school’s board at the time of the investigation, this event brought unwelcome attention to the family. Despite these challenges, Susan Andrews and Tucker Carlson have presented a united front, navigating personal and public storms together.
A Private Life Amidst Public Turmoil
Susan Andrews has remained a steadfast partner to Tucker Carlson throughout his controversial and high-profile career. While Tucker Carlson’s professional life is characterized by public debates and media attention, his relationship with Susan Andrews represents a long-term personal anchor. Their enduring marriage, rooted in a high school romance and strengthened through decades of shared life, stands in contrast to the often turbulent nature of Carlson’s public persona. Susan Andrews, while not in the limelight herself, plays a significant role as the wife of one of America’s most talked-about media figures, providing a stable and private family life away from the cameras and controversies.
