👨👦 A New Chapter: The Doocy Family Adapts to Change
Peter Doocy, 37, has shared a heartfelt update about the changes in his relationship with his father, Steve Doocy, following the latter’s shift from a long-established role at Fox & Friends to a new position based in Florida. After decades of seeing his father every weekday morning on TV, Peter is adjusting to a new family dynamic with Steve’s relocation.
Steve, 68, took a step back from his daily on-screen presence in New York in May 2026, choosing to work from Florida three days a week, which has provided him with more time to be with his grandchildren—a major shift that has brought the Doocy family closer together in unexpected ways.
💖 A Fresh Family Routine with More Time for Grandkids
“It’s definitely an adjustment not seeing him on the TV for the first full three hours of my weekdays,” Peter shared with Us Weekly, reflecting on the changes. He went on to express how the shift has created new opportunities for family bonding, particularly as Steve now spends more time with his grandkids. “We are so excited that the new assignment means he gets to see so much more of the grandkids,” Peter added.
In fact, this new routine has given Peter and his wife, Fox Business correspondent Hillary Vaughn, a chance to introduce their children to Steve’s work life—something Peter fondly remembers from his own childhood.
🗣️ Peter and Steve: Shared Profession and Advice Across Generations
Peter’s career path was not always expected. Steve, recalling the early days of his son’s journey into journalism, admitted that he never foresaw Peter becoming a senior White House correspondent. “I never had senior White House correspondent on my BINGO card for Peter,” Steve said, reflecting on how their professional lives have intertwined over the years.
Peter acknowledges the invaluable lessons he’s learned from his father, particularly when it comes to navigating the fast-paced world of television. “My dad is still the best in the business at what we do,” Peter said. “And taught me everything I know about how TV works.”
Their conversations often center around the news of the day, with Steve offering advice and sharing helpful tidbits that Peter might use in his reporting. “If he uses my tidbit on TV, it makes me happy that even though the whole world hangs on his questions, he still listens to his old man,” Steve added with a smile.
💡 A Foundation of Family Values and Fatherhood
The lessons that Steve passed down to Peter aren’t just about journalism—they extend to life and fatherhood. One of the most important pieces of advice Steve gave Peter was to “savor every moment in the present,” something that Peter now applies as he raises his own children.
“I’m helping recreate the best parts of my childhood for my kids,” Peter said, referencing how Steve plays an active role in their lives. Steve has shared moments of fatherly wisdom and been involved in small but meaningful ways, from helping with toys and books to offering support in raising his grandchildren.
🛠️ A Bond Built on Respect and Time
As the father-son duo navigates their professional lives and family commitments, their bond remains a foundation of respect, guidance, and shared experiences. The adjustments in their personal and professional lives are simply another chapter in their ongoing journey together—a relationship that continues to evolve but is rooted in love, advice, and an unwavering sense of family.
For the Doocy family, change isn’t just about adjusting schedules—it’s about embracing new opportunities and cherishing the time spent together, both in the workplace and at home.
