A brewing feud between Fox News heavyweights Greg Gutfeld and Sean Hannity has reportedly taken center stage at the network, as the two popular hosts engage in a bitter rivalry over ratings dominance.

Known for their respective shows—Gutfeld! and Hannity—both hosts have long been key players in Fox News’ primetime lineup, but recent behind-the-scenes drama suggests their professional competition has turned personal, leaving staff and fans caught in the crossfire.

The tension reportedly began when Hannity, whose show has consistently drawn high viewership with exclusive interviews, was granted extra airtime during a recent scheduling shakeup. According to a Fox News employee who spoke anonymously on X, the decision to extend Hannity came at the expense of Gutfeld!, which saw its time slot pushed back on multiple occasions.

Gutfeld, whose late-night show has been celebrated as the number one in its category, was reportedly furious, accusing Hannity of “hogging the spotlight” to maintain his ratings lead. The source claims Gutfeld vented to his team, saying, “Sean thinks he’s the king of Fox, but he’s just playing dirty to stay on top.”

Hannity, known for his commanding presence on air, didn’t take kindly to Gutfeld’s remarks. Sources say he fired back during a heated exchange in the network’s green room, telling Gutfeld to “focus on being funny instead of whining about airtime.”

Hannity allegedly added that Gutfeld should be grateful for his success rather than “acting entitled” to more screen time. The confrontation left the staff stunned, as the two hosts have rarely shown friction publicly despite their vastly different styles—Hannity with his hard-hitting interviews and Gutfeld with his satirical commentary.

The clash has escalated to the point where Gutfeld and Hannity reportedly refused to attend a recent Fox News staff event together, forcing executives to intervene. Fans on X have taken notice, with some siding with Gutfeld, arguing that his fresh, comedic approach deserves more support from the network.

“Greg brings something new to Fox—Hannity needs to stop acting like he owns the place,” one user wrote. Others, however, backed Hannity, pointing to his long tenure and consistent viewership. “Sean’s been a ratings beast for years—Greg needs to earn his stripes,” another commented.

The rivalry comes at a time when Fox News is navigating internal changes, with both hosts vying to solidify their positions as the network’s top draws. Gutfeld’s show has been a breakout success, often outperforming traditional late-night competitors, while Hannity remains a cornerstone of the network’s primetime programming. The question now is whether this feud will impact their on-air chemistry or force Fox News to rethink its scheduling strategy. For now, the battle for ratings supremacy continues, with viewers eagerly watching to see if Gutfeld and Hannity can set aside their differences—or if this clash will redefine their roles at the network.