Jessica Tarlov isn’t new to the spotlight as she is known for being a political commentator and co-host on Fox News’ The Five.
However, behind the scenes, she leads a much more private life with her husband, Brian McKenna. While Tarlov occasionally shares glimpses of their life on social media, the couple focuses on maintaining a low profile.
Here’s everything we know about Jessica Tarlov’s husband, from how they met to their growing family.
He’s a Hedge Fund Executive
Brian McKenna may not be in the public eye, but he’s a major player in the world of finance. He works as a hedge fund executive, managing investments and overseeing financial strategies.
His world is filled with numbers, strategy, and market analysis, which is a sharp contrast to Jessica’s world of TV lights and political debates.
COVID-19 Love Story
Their love story began in the most romantic way imaginable. The couple met as neighbors during the COVID-19 lockdowns.
What started as neighborly chats soon blossomed into a romance that endured and thrived beyond the quarantine.
Engagement and marriage
Jessica revealed her engagement in April 2021 while appearing on Fox Business Network’s Kennedy. Just a few weeks later, the pair tied the knot in a small, private wedding. There were no flashy headlines or paparazzi shots; instead, it was an intimate celebration among close family and friends.
Guy Benson, Tarlov’s friend and fellow Fox News commentator, shared a photo of Tarlov and McKenna’s wedding on X, congratulating the duo
Fatherhood
Family life came calling soon after tying the knot. Tarlov and McKenna welcomed their first daughter, Cleo Markie McKenna, on Dec. 11, 2021.
For McKenna’s first Father’s Day, Tarlov posted a photo of Cleo on X and explained in the caption that Brian dislikes pictures, but Cleo is more agreeable and loves a good squishy ball.
“First Father’s Day for my incredible husband and my first without my Dad. The circle of life is really something!” Tarlov wrote, referencing the death of her father, Mark Tarlov. Then, in April 2024, they celebrated the birth of their second daughter, Teddy Tarlov McKenna.
Brian Prefers to Stay Out of the Spotlight
While Jessica lights up television screens across the country, Brian McKenna is much more private. He rarely appears in photos or at public events, instead choosing to focus on his work and family.
Jessica has called him an “incredible partner,” often joking that he keeps her grounded when the TV world gets chaotic.
Aside from sharing occasional family photos on X and birth announcements on Fox News, Tarlov and McKenna keep a low profile about their relationship and their children’s lives.