FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott was recently honored at the Broadcasting+Cable Hall of Fame event held at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City. The ceremony celebrates significant contributors to the media industry. Scott’s career with Fox News began in 1996, and she ascended to the role of CEO in 2018, after holding various production and creative positions.
During the event, Fox News host Bill Hemmer was one of the emcees, along with ABC’s Will Reeve and CBS’s Vlad Duthiers. Hemmer highlighted Scott’s extensive responsibilities, emphasizing her leadership of multiple Fox News platforms, including the Fox News Channel, Fox Business Network, Fox News Digital, and more.
The ceremony featured a video tribute where Lachlan Murdoch, Executive Chair and CEO of Fox Corporation, praised Scott as a clear leader for the company. Dana Perino, co-host of “The Five,” noted that Scott’s role broke barriers for women in media.
Murdoch mentioned Scott’s strategic expansions to include FOX Weather, FOX Nation, and other ventures. He emphasized her focus on business excellence over personal accolades.
Scott expressed her gratitude, attributing her achievements to the Fox News team. She highlighted FOX News Media’s success in dominating cable ratings and adapting to audience needs across various platforms.
We have a strong commitment to great storytelling, driving creativity in all our live broadcasts.
Scott thanked significant contributors including Jay Wallace, Sean Hannity, and Trey Yingst. She described her pride in meeting audience demands through innovative content distribution.
Guests at the event included notable Fox News personalities like Lawrence Jones, Harris Faulkner, and Ainsley Earhardt. Hemmer praised Scott’s guidance and ability to navigate the future of media.
Suzanne Scott’s strategic initiatives have led to the creation of new streaming services like FOX Nation and FOX Weather. Her efforts have expanded Fox’s content offerings, keeping pace with changing media consumption trends.
Among the attendees and inductees were industry figures such as Andy Cohen, Wolf Blitzer, and Bobby Flay, joining a legacy of past honorees including media legends like Oprah Winfrey and Walter Cronkite.