Tyler Fischer, a comedian who has made appearances on Fox News‘ “Gutfeld!” primetime show, recently made claims that he was removed from the network for asking an employee out for coffee. However, a source familiar with the situation revealed that Fischer’s behavior towards the female Fox News employee was unsettling, leading her to seek assistance from security.
In a post on X, Fischer expressed his disappointment in being removed from the show, citing his simple act of asking an employee out for coffee as the reason behind it. He mentioned seeking legal counsel for defamation, emphasizing that it is not illegal or against any rules at Fox to ask a grown adult for coffee. Fischer also criticized the payment structure for “Gutfeld!” rotating guests, stating that they receive no compensation despite their hard work.
Fox News chose not to provide a comment on Fischer’s claims. The incident between Fischer and the Fox News employee took place in January 2025 at the network’s New York headquarters. According to the source, Fischer grabbed the woman’s phone, entered his number, and demanded confirmation, which led to the employee contacting security due to the uncomfortable nature of the interaction.
Prior to his final appearance on “Gutfeld!” in January, Fischer had been a guest on the show 15 times. On President Trump’s inauguration day in 2025, Fischer’s comedy special “No Pardon Needed With Tyler Fischer” premiered on Fox Nation’s streaming service. The special was recorded at Joe Rogan’s comedy club in Austin, Texas, featuring satirical political and cultural commentary along with celebrity impressions.
Described as a rising star in stand-up comedy and content creation, Fischer’s special on Fox Nation highlighted his ability to blend cultural commentary and celebrity impressions that resonate across different generations and political perspectives. Fischer splits his time between Austin and New York City and is currently on his second nationwide stand-up comedy tour.
In his post on X, Fischer expressed frustration at being “canceled” and claimed that attempts to reach out to the TV show’s team have been unsuccessful. The situation highlights the complexities of interactions in professional settings and the need for respectful behavior towards colleagues.
