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New York Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Conservative star Brett Cooper recalls being pelted with ‘Communist Manifesto' at UCLA party
Once a child actor, and now a conservative media star, Brett Cooper has taken the internet by storm with her commentary on a variety of political and cultural issues to millions of followers and subscribers across her social media platforms. Fox News Digital sat down with Cooper, host of 'The Brett Cooper Show,' ahead of her live show in Atlanta, Georgia, to discuss her media career and new podcast. Cooper has since signed as a Fox News media contributor. Advertisement Cooper attended UCLA and felt like the political climate of the school and the city of Los Angeles didn't represent her. 'I went to UCLA, I just kind of decided that really wasn't the path for me, at least being an actor wasn't, and so I got really interested in production and being on the other side of Hollywood, and that sort of led me down a path of making videos.' When Cooper started making videos, she gained the attention of conservative media. 'I got in contact with some conservative organizations like PragerU,' Cooper said. As Cooper was making videos for PragerU, she received attention from the Daily Wire to start a show, and then her career 'took off from there.' Advertisement 5 Cooper attended UCLA and felt like the political climate of the school and the city of Los Angeles didn't represent her. Getty Images for DailyWire+ In January, Cooper launched 'The Brett Cooper Show.' 'My family was always super vocal and open about politics and values and philosophy,' Cooper said. 'We were a big debate-over-the-dinner-table family, but I didn't really follow politics, and we didn't discuss news and current events in that way.' 5 When Cooper started making videos, she gained the attention of conservative media. AFP via Getty Images Advertisement While attending UCLA, Cooper found herself having to analyze her political views. 'Going to UCLA, I was confronted with people who were very much involved in that world and cared very deeply,' Cooper said. 'So it forced me to kind of reconcile with the values that I had been raised with. So I think that was probably a turning point where I just had to be confronted with that and figure out, you know, do I actually believe in the things that I was raised with.' Cooper was initially hesitant about making politics a big part of who she is. 'I definitely didn't make it the forefront of my personality, especially because I knew that so many of my friends were on the left, I never really wanted to cause any problems, but over time they figured out kind of what I believe,' she said. Advertisement 5 Cooper was initially hesitant about making politics a big part of who she is. Fox News Digital However, the political differences at her school were very evident to Cooper. 'My favorite story is that I was hit in the head with a 'Communist Manifesto' at a party because they were like, 'you should read this,' and they like chucked it at me.' In 2020, Cooper posted a video on Instagram where she spoke out about the COVID lockdowns in Los Angeles. 'I make a video, and I was literally so terrified that I turned off my phone and I like chucked it across the room. Um, because I was just so terrified to publicly, you know, put myself out there in that way.' 5 However, the political differences at her school were very evident to Cooper. Instagram/@imbrettcooper Now, Cooper hopes that she can help others by providing unique perspectives and starting conversations. 'I'm not asking you to change your mind, but if I help you understand something in a different light or see a different perspective that just makes you think about something in new way, that's great. And if I can foster that in this community with my audience, my comment section, then I think I'm doing something right.' Advertisement Cooper will provide cultural, social, and political commentary across all Fox News Media platforms. Cooper launched her podcast 'The Brett Cooper Show' in January and has amassed over 9 million followers across her social media platforms. The Gen Z conservative is known for 'her grounded perspective, sharp wit and distinctive takes,' Fox News Media said when announcing her new role. 5 Now, Cooper hopes that she can help others by providing unique perspectives and starting conversations. Instagram/@imbrettcooper In January, Cooper appeared on 'Jesse Watters Primetime' to discuss the changing media landscape. Advertisement 'I watched the media landscape change… and young people are just hungry for independent voices who are authentic and honest with their audiences. They don't want to hear from traditional pundits 24/7,' Cooper said. Cooper is a graduate of UCLA and is based in Tennessee, where she lives with her husband. Fox News' Brian Flood contributed to this report.
The Herald Scotland
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Fox News' new Gen Z star Brett Cooper misses debut
Cooper, who is currently on a spring tour, shared a recorded message, seemingly captured on a cell phone video, telling viewers that she was "reporting live" from a Buc-ce's gas station and convenience store location in Texas. "I was so excited to kick off this new partnership with Fox in this official way, but a series of unfortunate events left my husband and I on the side of the road in Texas on the freeway as we were trying to get between Austin and Dallas," Cooper said. Cooper added that she "wanted to send in this video, just to say hi and to thank you all for the congratulations, and the excitement. I am so excited to join Fox as a contributor. I can't wait to be on their shows even more regularly," she said, promising the experience "will be so much fun." Cooper, 23, said she expects to appear on Fox Thursday, June 26. The Tennessee resident, social media influencer and podcast host's hiring by the conservative leaning cable news network as a contributor was first announced Wednesday. Cooper -- who boasts over 4.5 million followers on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and X -- could become one of Fox's youngest stars. Less combative than other young women who rose to stardom on the right, Cooper found fame like left leaning "Call Her Daddy" podcast star Alex Cooper, with whom the influencer seemingly bears no relation in name or political views, by discussing cultural issues that matter to young women. Lara Trump plans to interview President Donald Trump, Democrats on new Fox show In January, the UCLA alum launched her own podcast, "The Brett Cooper Show" in which she comments on both pop culture and politics. She previously spent two years hosting a video podcast "The Comments Section" from 2022 to 2024 for controversial conservative commentator Ben Shapiro's company The Daily Wire. In recent months, Fox News has seemingly made further efforts to appeal to women. In February, former Republican National Committee co-chair Lara Trump -- the daughter-in-law of President Donald Trump -- launched her own show on the network. In doing so, the wife of President Trump's middle son, Eric, passed up a Cabinet position, a possible U.S. Senate appointment and became the first family member of a sitting president to host a television program. After Fox News announced Trump's hiring, criticism followed. The Daily Beast said she tried and failed to paint her father-in-law as "pro-feminist" after Trump featured female Trump administration officials Pam Bondi, Tulsi Gabbard and Karoline Leavitt. The New Yorker coined her "The New Trump-Family Megaphone."
Express Tribune
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Brett Cooper joins Fox News as contributor across all platforms
Fox News Media has officially signed conservative podcaster and social media influencer Brett Cooper as a contributor, the network announced on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Cooper, a prominent Gen Z voice known for her sharp wit and independent commentary, will provide cultural, political, and social analysis across all Fox News Media platforms. She is set to make her debut appearance on The Will Cain Show at 4 p.m. ET today. Conservative Gen Z influencer @imbrettcooper is joining FOX News Media as a contributor, the company announced. Cooper, who has amassed over nine million followers across her social media platforms, makes her debut Wednesday on "The Will Cain Show." — Fox News (@FoxNews) June 25, 2025 With over nine million followers across platforms, Cooper rose to prominence through her podcast The Brett Cooper Show, which launched in January 2025. Prior to that, she hosted The Comments Section, where she discussed current events, pop culture, and generational issues. 'Her grounded perspective, sharp wit and distinctive takes make her an ideal addition to the team,' said Fox News Media in a statement. In a previous appearance on Jesse Watters Primetime, Cooper discussed the evolving media landscape, noting, 'Young people are hungry for independent voices. They want authenticity, not traditional punditry.' A UCLA graduate, Cooper lives in Tennessee with her husband. Her addition to Fox News highlights the network's growing interest in amplifying younger, conservative voices who resonate with digital audiences. Cooper's new role signals a broader shift in media toward influencers who bridge generational divides and connect directly with viewers across social platforms. The Brett Cooper Show continues to grow, cementing her position as a rising figure in political commentary.
Express Tribune
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Brett Cooper joins Fox News as contributor, bringing Gen Z perspective to network's lineup
Fox News Media has signed conservative podcaster and influencer Brett Cooper as a new contributor. Cooper, known for her sharp commentary on cultural, social, and political issues, will provide her insights across all Fox News platforms. Her debut is scheduled for Wednesday on The Will Cain Show at 4 p.m. ET. Cooper gained popularity with her podcast The Brett Cooper Show, which she launched in January, attracting over nine million followers across her social media platforms. The 23-year-old conservative star, often recognized for her distinctive views, previously hosted The Comments Section, a video podcast that ran from January 2022 to December 2024. She covers topics ranging from current events and pop culture to generational changes and relationships, offering a perspective that resonates with younger audiences. In a 2023 appearance on Jesse Watters Primetime, Cooper discussed the evolving media landscape, noting how young people are increasingly seeking authentic voices rather than traditional pundits. She emphasized that this new generation values genuine, independent content. Cooper's addition to Fox News comes as the network seeks to engage younger viewers, a demographic that has shown less interest in traditional cable news. According to recent Nielsen data, the average Fox News viewer is 69 years old. However, with Cooper's growing influence among Gen Z, the network aims to broaden its appeal. Along with Cooper, Fox News has also brought in other rising conservative stars like Riley Gaines and Lawrence Jones to attract a younger audience. Originally from Washington State, Cooper moved to Los Angeles at 10 to pursue an entertainment career. She studied English literature at UCLA and business at UC Berkeley. Cooper is also starring in The Daily Wire's version of Snow White, currently in production.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
FOX NEWS MEDIA SIGNS BRETT COOPER AS A CONTRIBUTOR
NEW YORK, June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- FOX News Media has signed conservative podcaster and influencer Brett Cooper as a contributor. In this capacity, Ms. Cooper will provide cultural, social, and political commentary across all FOX News Media platforms. She will make her debut in the new role today on The Will Cain Show on FOX News Channel at 4 PM/ET. Known for her grounded perspective, sharp wit and distinctive takes, Cooper launched her podcast The Brett Cooper Show in January 2025, where she covers current events, pop culture, politics, generational shifts, relationships and more. Notably, she has amassed over nine million followers across her social media platforms. From 2022-2024, Ms. Cooper hosted The Comments Section, a video podcast on The Daily Wire. She is a graduate of UCLA and is based in Tennessee where she lives with her husband. FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the free ad-supported television service FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for more than 23 consecutive years, while FBN is the top business channel on cable. Owned by Fox Corporation, FOX News Media reaches nearly 200 million people each month. FOX News Media Press Contact:Sofie Watson: 212.301.3818 or View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Fox News Network, LLC Sign in to access your portfolio
