Emily Rose Compagno (born November 9, 1979) is an American television host, legal analyst, and former attorney. She is best known for her work on Fox News, where she co-hosts the daytime news and talk show Outnumbered, contributes to other network programs, and hosts The FOX True Crime Podcast with Emily Compagno. (Wikipedia)
Early Life and Education
Emily Compagno was born on November 9, 1979, in Oakland, California, U.S. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Washington, where she was active in the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps and received the “Cadet of the Quarter” Award. She later received her Juris Doctor from the University of San Francisco School of Law.
Legal Career
After law school, Compagno practiced law in California, working as a criminal defense attorney in San Francisco. She also served as a federal attorney, including as a managing attorney and Acting Director at the Social Security Administration, one of the largest federal agencies in the United States. (Emily Live)
Media Career
Fox News
Compagno joined Fox News Channel in December 2018 as a legal analyst and contributor. She frequently appeared on network programs such as The Five and the late-night talk show Gutfeld!, offering legal and political insights.
In January 2021, she was named a co-host of Outnumbered, a daytime panel show on Fox News that discusses current news, politics, and social issues. Additionally, she hosts The FOX True Crime Podcast with Emily Compagno, a weekly show that explores notable crime cases, missing persons, and legal developments. (FOX Nation)
Other Media Work
Compagno has appeared in other Fox Nation and Fox News Media productions, including documentary series and specials, and has contributed commentary for various news segments. (FOX News Radio)
Other Professional Experience
Before her legal and media career, Compagno was a cheerleader for the NFL’s Oakland Raiders (the “Raiderettes”), where she served as captain and was selected as an NFL Ambassador, promoting the league internationally. She also participated in a United Service Organizations (USO) tour, performing for and supporting U.S. troops in Iraq and Kuwait. (Emily Live)
Authorship
In 2024, FOX News Books released Compagno’s debut book, Under His Wings: How Faith on the Front Lines Has Protected American Troops. The book, which combines historical and personal accounts of U.S. military service and faith, debuted as a New York Times bestseller.
Personal Life
Compagno lives in New York City. She is involved with multiple charitable causes, particularly those supporting U.S. military veterans, law enforcement, and K9 units. She is Roman Catholic.
See Also
- Outnumbered – American daytime news and talk show on Fox News
- The FOX True Crime Podcast with Emily Compagno
