From primetime cable fame to political controversy, Tucker Carlson has long dominated the public spotlight — but his wife, Susan Andrews, has chosen a quieter path, staying gracefully behind the scenes.
While Carlson’s career skyrocketed from news anchor to one of the most talked-about figures in media, he and Susan have been married for over 30 years, building a close-knit family together.
So, who is the woman behind the former Fox News host? Here’s what we know about Susan Andrews — Tucker’s wife, mother, and high school sweetheart.
Their story began as teenagers at St. George’s School, an elite boarding school in Rhode Island. Susan’s father was the headmaster when they first crossed paths.
Carlson once told People magazine in 2000 that Susan was “the most adorable tenth grader in the United States.” She remembers Tucker’s unmistakable energy: “He had a bounce in his step, and even in khakis and a ribbon belt, he radiated optimism and positivity.”
The couple got engaged just six months before Susan’s 1991 graduation — while Tucker was still in college. “Very 19th century,” he joked. “But it’s a good thing.”
Together, they’ve raised four children — Lillie, Buckley, Hopie, and Dorothy — mostly away from the public eye. Though it’s become harder to keep their family life private as Tucker’s profile grew, Susan has maintained a steady, supportive presence.
Their son Buckley now works as deputy press secretary for rising Republican star Senator J.D. Vance — a testament to the family’s deep roots in political circles.
Despite Tucker’s fame and controversy, Susan and their children have largely stayed out of the headlines, cherishing their privacy and family bond.
Protesters Targeted Their Washington, D.C. Home
In November 2018, while Tucker Carlson was at work, protesters showed up at their home in Washington, D.C. At the time, Susan was alone.
Tucker later recounted calling his wife during the ordeal. He heard screaming and pounding on the front door while Susan was in the kitchen, preparing to leave for dinner.
“The front door was actually cracked when someone began hurling himself against it,” Tucker said, describing the terrifying moment.
He framed the event not as a protest, but as a direct threat — one that deeply unsettled the family and attracted national media attention.
A Family Scandal Years Later
Years after the protest, Susan’s family faced another challenge. According to the Associated Press, her father, Rev. George E. Andrews, came under investigation for allegedly failing to disclose sexual abuse committed by a teacher at St. George’s School during the 1980s.
Rev. Andrews Denies Knowledge as Scandal Unfolds
Rev. George E. Andrews denied any awareness of the full extent of the alleged abuse at the time. Though the controversy cast a shadow over St. George’s School, both Tucker and Susan had already graduated and were not implicated.
However, since Andrews remained on the school’s board during the investigation, the revelations reignited public scrutiny and interest.
Carlson’s Fox Exit and Susan’s Quiet Strength
In April 2023, Fox News abruptly announced Tucker Carlson’s departure amid mounting controversies. Among them were:
- A $1.6 billion lawsuit from Dominion Voting Systems accusing Fox of spreading election misinformation.
- A separate workplace harassment lawsuit filed by former producer Abby Grossberg.
Throughout this turbulent period, Susan maintained her silence. She avoided the media frenzy, appearing only in private family moments, steadfastly supporting her husband from the sidelines.
High School Sweetheart and Lifelong Partner
Susan Andrews may rarely make headlines like her husband, but her quiet presence has been a constant through more than three decades of public triumphs and trials. From teenage crush to devoted wife, she remains the woman Tucker affectionately calls “America’s cutest 10th grader.”