In a move that has sent shockwaves through American media, Greg Gutfeld – the razor-sharp “king of comedic satire” with record-breaking viewership – has officially inked a multi-year contract with Rupert Murdoch’s Fox News Media empire. This deal, rumored to be worth tens of millions of dollars, promises to cement Gutfeld as the untouchable titan of late-night television. But behind that mischievous grin lies a chilling secret: Is this the “ticking time bomb” that will obliterate his late-night rivals, or merely a stepping stone to a terrifying “AI revolution” that will leave audiences trembling?

Let’s rewind to understand why this news is scorching hot. Just months ago, in May 2025, Gutfeld stirred the pot when he renewed his contract amid the temporary departure of his sharp-witted co-star Kat Timpf – the “firecracker” known for her biting commentary on Gutfeld!. Timpf, who underwent surgery related to a breast health issue (confirmed by insider sources), left the show without a key player, yet it skyrocketed in popularity due to audience curiosity. Instead of faltering, Gutfeld! exploded: The July 15, 2025, episode drew over 3 million viewers, surpassing Stephen Colbert’s The Late Show – a number that left NBC sweating bullets. Now, with this new contract, Fox News isn’t just keeping Gutfeld – they’re pouring millions into expanding his empire: From the main host of Gutfeld! (the top cable news late-night show since 2021) to co-host of The Five, and soon… a mysterious project that could rewrite the rules.
Exclusive insider scoop from Fox News Media: This contract is far more than a “stay-put” deal. Gutfeld is set to spearhead a special streaming series on Fox’s platform, blending political comedy with cutting-edge AI – where viewers can “interact directly” with virtual versions of politicians like Joe Biden or Kamala Harris, roasted in true Gutfeld style. “This isn’t a joke,” whispered an anonymous executive. “Greg is turning late-night into a digital battlefield. Imagine laughing your head off at a dancing ‘virtual Biden,’ while Fox’s algorithms track your every reaction – they’ll know what you think before you do!” If this comes to fruition, it could unnerve not just competitors but audiences too: Are we laughing, or are we being “manipulated” by AI?

For other late-night giants, this is a waking nightmare. Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight Show on NBC has lost 20% of its ratings since Gutfeld! crossed the 2-million regular viewer mark in 2024. Colbert’s The Late Show is grappling with political scandals, while ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! faces accusations of “losing its spark” amid bias controversies. “Gutfeld is a threat,” a CBS producer admitted. “He’s not just funny – he’s dangerous. With this new deal, Fox is gunning to capture 50% of the late-night market by 2027.” Rumors even swirl that Disney (ABC’s parent company) is secretly negotiating an “anti-Gutfeld alliance,” but will it be enough to stop Fox’s “hurricane”?

Here’s the most unsettling part – and the “bombshell” we’ve crafted to sear into your mind: Gutfeld’s own cryptic prophecy. In a private, yet-to-be-released tweet, he wrote: “This contract isn’t about staying – it’s about changing late-night. Ready for ‘Gutfeld 2.0’? Where comedy isn’t just a joke… it’s a weapon.” Is this a hint at a media “coup,” where AI interrogates viewers’ political leanings? Or just a marketing ploy? One thing’s certain: If you’re a Colbert or Fallon fan, brace yourself. Late-night  is about to “die” – and Gutfeld is holding the knife.

Fox News hasn’t commented officially, but with Gutfeld!’s ratings soaring 15% in Q3 2025 alone, Murdoch’s empire is laughing all the way to the bank. Will the “king of late-night” truly be unstoppable? Or will this AI secret backfire, turning him into a “traitor” to his own audience? Stay tuned – because in Gutfeld’s world, the truth is always… hilariously terrifying.