“I'll be back soon”: Kayleigh McEnany speaks out after on-air health scare during Fox News segment

It wasn’t the dramatic headline or the Kamala Harris commentary that caught viewers off guard, it was what happened just before the segment wrapped. Fox News ’ Kayleigh McEnany gave fans quite the scare during a live broadcast this week when she appeared to suffer a sudden health episode on-air. But after hours of online worry and speculation, she’s finally speaking out and thankfully, she’s okay.

The former White House press secretary turned media personality is now recovering and already cracking jokes about her not-so-graceful exit.

Kayleigh McEnany reassures fans after frightening on-air health scare

Fox News guest Camryn Kinsey passes out during live broadcast pic.twitter.com/kQjlMBzf5u

— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) May 9, 2025

During what was supposed to be a typical Fox News segment, things took an unexpected turn when Kayleigh McEnany experienced a medical scare live on air. Although cameras quickly cut away and the network did not immediately address the situation, fans flooded social media with concern after the abrupt ending.

Thankfully, McEnany has since released a heartfelt message confirming she’s okay and feeling extremely grateful. "Wow, sorry for the scare last night," she wrote. "It was an unexpected and frightening moment, but thanks to [the EMTs’] professionalism and kindness, I’m doing well."

Wow, sorry for the scare last night.

I want to start by thanking the incredible Fox News team and the EMTs who responded with such speed and care. It was an unexpected and frightening moment, but thanks to their professionalism and kindness, I’m doing well.

To everyone who has…

— Camryn Kinsey (@camrynbaylee) May 9, 2025

In her statement, Kayleigh made sure to thank the Fox News team and emergency medical responders who rushed in quickly:

“I want to start by thanking the incredible Fox News team and the EMTs who responded with such speed and care.”

She also thanked everyone who reached out with prayers and support:

“To everyone who has called, texted, prayed, or checked in, thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

McEnany noted she’s “taking it slow,” staying hydrated, and letting her body rest. But she couldn’t resist adding a little humor to lighten the mood, saying, “It may not have been how I planned to end the segment, but I’ll be back on your TV soon. Hopefully long enough to finally finish my point about Kamala!”

Support pours in online as fans react to McEnany’s health update

Fans and Fox viewers didn’t hold back their relief online. Many sent prayers and well wishes, while others praised her quick recovery and light-hearted attitude. Some even joked along with her, wondering what her take on Kamala Harris was going to be.

Love you and so proud of you ❤️

— Jayme Leagh Franklin (@jaymefranklin16) May 9, 2025

We’ll get you back on soon, Cam!

— Brendan Reesing (@brendanreesing) May 9, 2025

Wishing you well.

— Ed Krassenstein (@EdKrassen) May 9, 2025

No official diagnosis has been revealed, but based on McEnany’s own words, it seems like the issue was a brief scare and nothing long-term. She’s now focused on recovery and plans to return to the studio soon.

Kayleigh McEnany may have left fans worried for a few hours, but her recovery message quickly turned panic into praise. From thanking EMTs to cracking jokes about unfinished debates, she’s clearly in high spirits.

Fox News viewers can likely expect to see her back behind the desk very soon and hopefully this time, without any surprise exits.

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