Fox & Friends Meteorologist Janice Dean's Emotional Departure Sparks Questions
Janice Dean, the longtime “Fox & Friends” meteorologist, announced on Thursday that she is stepping away after 22 years, saying her multiple sclerosis has progressed to the point that she can no longer handle the punishing schedule.
“For a long time, I was able to handle the early mornings, the many hours on my feet, and the stress of broadcasting live,” Dean said in a video message posted to X, adding that “getting up at 2:30 in the morning” is hard “especially for someone who has multiple sclerosis.”
“Ultimately, my symptoms progressed to the point that I can no longer continue working in my role, and my doctors agreed that stepping away was necessary for my health,” she said.
— Janice Dean (@JaniceDean) June 25, 2026I know so many of you have been wondering where I’ve been. Please know I’ve read your comments, prayers and words of support and kindness. It meant the world to me.
Goodbyes are hard. But they are necessary before you can meet again…
Love,
JD ☀️
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“Thankfully, I was diagnosed early, and I’ve been on different therapies for over the last two decades,” Dean said.
“But there’s no cure for MS, and over time, my symptoms have progressed.”
She called the farewell her “mostly sunny goodbye,” adding: “For every goodbye, there’s always the next hello.”
The Post has sought comment from Fox News.
