The beloved morning presence of Ainsley Earhardt returned to Fox News screens this Monday, much to the delight of her loyal fans who had missed her calm charisma and warm energy. The longtime Fox & Friends co-host made her comeback after taking a few days off following the Fourth of July holiday, and her reappearance instantly reignited the show’s signature chemistry alongside Steve Doocy and Brian Kilmeade.

Ainsley Earhardt, New Fox and Friends Anchor, Wants to Wake Up America

Last week, her absence was gracefully filled by none other than Kayleigh McEnany, the former White House Press Secretary and fellow Fox News contributor. McEnany had announced her temporary hosting duties on Twitter, writing:

“Tomorrow, Thursday, and Friday, I will be filling in on @foxandfriends, @FoxNews for my amazing friend and colleague @ainsleyearhardt. Join us from 6am-9am ET and Happy Fourth of July to all!”

While McEnany’s guest hosting was welcomed with enthusiasm, it was clear viewers were counting the days until Earhardt would return. And when she did, she brought not just her signature smile, but also a fun-filled segment featuring the ever-entertaining Piers Morgan.

Earhardt marked her first day back with a cheerful Instagram post, sharing a photo with her co-hosts and Morgan holding a cricket bat—perhaps attempting to bring a little British flair to the American morning routine.

“Big thank you to our good friend @piersmorgan for teaching us some cricket!” she captioned it, sparking dozens of comments from grateful fans.

Followers were quick to show their excitement and admiration in the comments:

“Welcome back @aearhardt,” one wrote.
“Great show this morning,” another viewer chimed in.
“Great group,” a third added, echoing the sentiment.

Having joined Fox News in 2007, Ainsley Earhardt has become a household name for many viewers. She’s contributed to shows like Hannity, Fox and Friends Weekend, and co-hosted major network specials like All-American New Year’s Eve. In 2016, she officially became a full-time co-host of Fox & Friends, helping shape its engaging tone and wide appeal.

Fox News' Sean Hannity and Ainsley Earhardt's Relationship Timeline | Us  Weekly

Her temporary absence reminded audiences just how much she adds to the program—her compassion, insight, and positive energy remain essential to the show’s success. And judging by the flood of warm messages from viewers, Earhardt’s place at the Fox & Friends table is as cherished as ever.