Posted on 01/23/2026 5:50:21 AM PST by Twotone
Former Fox News host Bill O’Reilly announced that he is dealing with an unspecified illness, according to an update posted on his website.
O’Reilly, who hosts the weeknight program “No Spin News,” shared the message with viewers on Wednesday, saying the condition would temporarily limit his appearances
“Hey No Spin Nation. Sorry I am dealing with a malady. We have great doctors so we’ll fight the good fight. Doesn’t affect my fingers so will update you on me, news cycle, and anything major. Hopefully, back in the saddle shortly.” O’Reilly wrote.
O’Reilly regularly appears on NewsNation and was scheduled to appear on Tuesday on Chris Cuomo’s show. During the broadcast, Cuomo told viewers that O’Reilly was “sick” but would “be back soon.” He did not provide additional details about O'Reilly's condition.
O'Reilly, age 76, is best known for his former Fox News show "The O'Reilly Factor." In 2017, he was fired by the network over sexual harassment allegations, which he denied.
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I’m truly sorry. Hope he wins his fight.
Somebody else will have to write the book “Killing O’Reilly “
Another old warrior for our side.
He has not been looking well. Very gaunt.
That doesn’t sound good. Those are the words you use when you are really up against the wall.
I hope he is successful in his fight and that he finds peace.
So do I.
Agreed.
More sadness.
Prayers started.
Best wishes Bill, hope you recover and return to duty soon.
O’Reilly, Adams,VDH, Jordan. Lot of known voices having trouble
Same here. Although O’Reilly does take the Covid shot. Just sayin’.
“Another old warrior for our side.”
Except he referred to Free Republic as a “far right wing” website. Other than that.....
Except he referred to Free Republic as a “far right wing” website. Other than that.....
I believe Adams admitted to getting clot shot. Did VDH and Jordan? I wonder if O’Reilly did too?
“Except he referred to Free Republic as a “far right wing” website. Other than that.....
He might have repented.”
Obviously he wasn’t as bad as 90% of our enemedia “journalists” but he seemed to try too hard to appeal to everyone.
Although I do have a FJB Addition emblem on my pickup truck that my wife bought me.
Probably all. I got it so far so good
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