In a raw and deeply personal moment on live television, Fox News contributor Leslie Marshall revealed she has suffered eleven miscarriages during her life. The emotional disclosure came during a panel discussion on Thursday's edition of Outnumbered, prompting immediate comfort from her fellow contributors.
An Emotional Revelation on Air
The conversation began when contributor Joe Concha praised the late commentator Charlie Kirk for advising young people to build families. Fellow panelist Tomi Lahren then turned to Marshall, a well-known liberal voice on the network, asking if the political left could learn from Kirk's perspective.
Marshall, a 53-year-old mother of two, initially discussed the importance of young people engaging in politics and community. She then addressed Concha directly, calmly stating that while marriage and family are important, it is not a simple path for everyone. It was at this point she revealed her own painful history, telling the panel: "I suffered 11 miscarriages and I have two children, one after adoption, one after 13 IVF cycles, and I have a son who died."
A Broader Conversation About Infertility
Marshall used her personal experience to highlight the common struggles with infertility that many women face. She emphasised that a woman not having children does not mean she does not want them, and that the process can be physically and emotionally arduous. "For some people, [getting pregnant] is not number one or number two, because they are afraid," she explained, noting that some of her friends were deterred from trying after witnessing her journey.
Joe Concha, the sole male panelist, quickly apologised, clarifying that Kirk's message championed all forms of family. Marshall assured him she was not offended, framing her comments as a necessary perspective. Fox News Political Analyst Lisa Boothe offered heartfelt condolences, saying, "I'm so sorry that you went through that. I've had friends who have gone through miscarriages. It is heartbreaking."
Leslie Marshall's Personal and Professional Life
Leslie Marshall, who has been a Fox News Channel contributor since 2009, is married to Dr. Asghar Husain, an orthopaedic surgeon. Her family includes an 18-year-old son, whom she adopted, and a 17-year-old daughter, conceived after thirteen cycles of In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF). She has also experienced the loss of a son.
A veteran broadcaster, Marshall made history in 1992 when she became the youngest person ever to host a nationally syndicated radio show, replacing Tom Snyder on the ABC Satellite Radio Network. Beyond Fox, her career includes appearances on CNBC's Kudlow & Company, CNN's Showbiz Tonight, and MSNBC's Scarborough Country. She continues to host a nationally syndicated show on TalkUSA Radio.
The discussion on Outnumbered moved on, with Marshall remaining composed throughout. Her decision to share such a private struggle publicly has shone a light on the often-silent challenges of infertility and loss, resonating far beyond the studio.
