Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly is getting promoted to prime time after she returns from maternity leave.
Kelly, who announced on air in February that she is expecting her third child, got the promotion on Tuesday.
“Megyn is an exceptional talent who has successfully filled and surpassed each role we have given her at the network,” network chief Roger Ailes said in a statement, reports Mediate. “Her ability to command the screen, delve into the facts and lead a debate is what makes her one of the most sought-after anchors in the business.”
Kelly has been with Fox News since 2004 and has hosted America Live from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. during the week since 2010. In a statement, she said she is “excited for this next opportunity.”
According to TV Newser, Kelly is expected to take over at prime time when she comes back from her maternity leave, but she hasn’t announced when she plans to start her leave. Fox News also didn’t say what timeslot she would take.
Fox News’ primetime shows are currently hosted by Bill O’Reilly, Sean Hannity and Greta Van Susteren. O’Reilly, Hannity, Van Susteren, Bret Baier and Shepard Smith also signed contract extensions on Tuesday.
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