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Why Steve Doocy Ditched Florida for NYC Comeback
Steve Doocy Returns to "Fox & Friends" Couch — But Just for a Week!
The Big News: A Familiar Face is Back (Temporarily!)
If you watch Fox & Friends, you might have done a double-take recently. Steve Doocy — the guy who sat on that famous couch for decades — was back in the New York City studio!
But don’t get too used to it. He’s only there for one week, filling in for his coworker Lawrence B. Jones while Jones takes some time off.
Important Point: This is a temporary visit. Steve Doocy is not moving back to New York or returning as a full-time in-studio host.
Who is Steve Doocy? (ELI5 Version)
Think of Steve Doocy like the friendly uncle who’s been at the family breakfast table forever.
- Age: 69 years young
- Job: Longtime co-host of "Fox & Friends" (the morning show on Fox News)
- Family: Dad to Peter Doocy (who also works at Fox News as a White House reporter)
- Fun fact: He’s been waking up at 3:30 AM for work for 30 years!
Why Did He Leave in the First Place?
The "It’s Time to Make the Donuts" Problem
Remember those old Dunkin’ Donuts commercials where the baker’s alarm goes off at 3:30 AM and his wife says, "It’s time to make the donuts"?
That was Steve’s real life for 30 years!
- Wake-up time: 3:30 AM (every single workday)
- Commute: Driving from New Jersey to Manhattan in the dark
- Total early wake-ups: 6,828 times (he asked an AI to calculate it!)
- His quote: "It’s a great job… but the hours suck."
Important Point: Steve didn’t quit Fox News. He just changed how he works for them.
His Cool New Job: "Coast-to-Coast Host"
Instead of sitting in the NYC studio every day, Steve now has a custom-made role that lets him work from Florida and travel the country.
How it happened:
- Steve called Suzanne Scott (CEO of Fox News, his friend for 30+ years)
- He asked: "Can I keep working on the show but not be in the studio every day?"
- She said YES! — and created the "Coast-to-Coast Host" position for him
What he does now:
- Based in: Jupiter, Florida (he and his wife bought a home there in 2014 for $1 million)
- Travels across America visiting interesting people and places
- Still appears on Fox & Friends — just remotely or for special segments
- Joke: "You may never see me in a necktie again!"
Important Point: Steve compared his new schedule to Johnny Carson — the legendary late-night host who taped his show in Burbank, CA only 3 nights a week and spent the rest of his time elsewhere.
Celebrity Road Trip!
Since moving to Florida, Steve’s been living his best life traveling the U.S. and hanging out with famous folks:
| Celebrity | What They’re Known For |
|---|---|
| Paula Deen | Celebrity chef & Southern cooking queen |
| Dave Portnoy | Founder of Barstool Sports |
| Lara Trump | Eric Trump’s wife, political commentator |
| Tyrese Gibson | Actor & singer (Fast & Furious franchise) |
| Jason Aldean | Country music superstar |
The New Jersey House: Sold!
When Steve left for Florida, he put his longtime NJ home on the market.
House Details:
- Style: "Classic Sicomac beauty"
- Land: Over 1 acre (lots of room for kids to run!)
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Listed: June 19, 2025
- Asking price: $1.8 million
- Sold for: $1.73 million (only $25K under asking!)
- Time on market: Just days!
Fun family touches still in the house:
- Daughters Mary and Sally’s childhood rooms (with big initial art over their beds)
- Framed family photos in the primary bathroom
- Americana decor: Abraham Lincoln portrait, Statue of Liberty painting
Important Point: Steve and his wife Kathy are about to welcome their 5th grandchild!
What Happens Next?
Steve’s Schedule:
- This week (late July): Filling in for Lawrence Jones in NYC studio
- Starting August 3: Back to Coast-to-Coast Host duties from Florida
- Ongoing: Traveling, filming segments, visiting celebs, no more 3:30 AM alarms!
His funny take on the NYC return:
"I’ll be back to my coast-to-coast hosting next week, faraway from NYC — but this is a nice chance to drop in on HQ to catch up with my pals over an insanely expensive cup of coffee."
Summary: The Steve Doocy Story in a Nutshell
| Then (2024 & before) | Now (2025 & beyond) |
|---|---|
| Live in New Jersey | Live in Jupiter, Florida |
| Wake up at 3:30 AM daily | Wake up whenever he wants! |
| Commute to NYC in the dark | Work remotely + travel USA |
| Full-time in-studio host | Coast-to-Coast Host (custom role) |
| Wear neckties daily | "May never see me in a necktie again" |
| 6,828 early wake-ups | Zero early wake-ups required |
Bottom line: Steve Doocy didn’t retire — he upgraded his lifestyle while keeping the job he loves. Smart move, Steve!
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
Is Steve Doocy retiring from Fox News?
Nope! He explicitly said: "I am not retiring, I’m not leaving the show. I’m still a host — but it’s time for a change." He just changed how he hosts.
Why is he back in the NYC studio right now?
He’s filling in for Lawrence B. Jones for one week only while Jones takes time off. He’ll be gone again after this week.
What exactly is a "Coast-to-Coast Host"?
It’s a custom-created position where Steve works from Florida, travels the country filming segments, and appears on Fox & Friends remotely — no daily studio commute required.
Did he sell his New Jersey house?
Yes! Listed at $1.8M, sold for $1.73M within days of listing in June 2025. The buyer snapped it up fast!
How does his son Peter fit into all this?
Peter Doocy is Steve’s son and a White House correspondent for Fox News. They even attended the White House Correspondents’ Dinner together recently. Like father, like son!
Want more celebrity real estate news? Steve’s Florida neighborhood isn’t far from where Eric and Lara Trump live — so the Doocys have some pretty famous neighbors now!
