New York, NY – Kat Timpf, the sharp-witted co-host of Fox News’ Gutfeld!, has announced she will be taking a brief hiatus from the popular late-night program as she prepares to undergo another surgery related to her ongoing breast cancer treatment. The news, delivered candidly by Timpf during a recent episode of the show and subsequently shared on her Instagram page, sheds further light on her challenging health journey.

The upcoming procedure, Timpf explained, is a crucial step in her recovery process following a double mastectomy she underwent earlier this year. Her absence from Gutfeld! is expected to last a couple of weeks. “The best case scenario of breast cancer can involve quite a road to feeling whole again, so this is the first step in that,” she shared with her audience. She also preemptively addressed potential public speculation, adding, “Just so the internet can’t come up with theories about where I am, that’s where I am.”

In a heartfelt Instagram caption accompanying her announcement, Timpf further elaborated: “I’ll be back on Gutfeld! in a few weeks! Huge thanks to those of you who have taken the time to offer me words of kindness and support. I love you all so much.” The post was swiftly inundated with an outpouring of supportive messages from fans and fellow media personalities alike. Rachel Campos-Duffy of Fox News commended her strength, writing, “Never been more impressed with Kat Timpf. The very definition of a strong mom!” Meghan McCain simply added, “We love you!!” while Janice Dean expressed similar warmth with “Love youuuuuuuuuuu!”

Timpf’s battle with breast cancer first came to public light in March, when she revealed that she had undergone a double mastectomy. The diagnosis itself was a shocking development, delivered just one day before she went into labor with her first child. She was diagnosed with Stage 0 breast cancer, the earliest form, meaning the abnormal cells were contained within the milk ducts and had not spread.

Following her initial surgery, Timpf provided a characteristically humorous update to her followers. Sharing an image from her hospital bed, with an animated “censored” illustration over her feet, she quipped in the caption: “Post-op! They’re honestly not much smaller than they were before I got pregnant.” Her openness about her “unconventional journey to parenthood,” navigating the early weeks of motherhood while processing a cancer diagnosis, has resonated deeply with many.

Despite the widespread support, Timpf has also faced an unfortunate wave of online criticism from trolls urging her to cease discussing her cancer battle. In recent weeks, she has been compelled to publicly defend her decision to share her experiences. In a powerful response shared on her Instagram story, Timpf posted a screenshot of a comment from a critic that read, in part: “Sorry Kat, but you are not all that and a bag of chip. I am REALLY HAPPY that you kicked cancer’s butt and that you are a mom. However, using it all the time is getting very old. Other people have gone through the very same thing and are very humble. Don’t be so egocentric.”

Timpf’s scathing reply underscored her resolve: “PSA: I will likely talk about this for the rest of my life as that is how long it will affect me. Making jokes heals me and I won’t stop doing it. If it offends you that badly, feel free to unfollow me.” Her response highlighted her defiant spirit and her belief in using humor as a coping mechanism.

Kat Timpf’s journey, from a surprise diagnosis hours before childbirth to ongoing surgical procedures, has underscored her resilience. Her public transparency, while inviting some unwarranted negativity, has also forged a deeper connection with her audience, many of whom find solace and strength in her candid discussions about health and healing. As she steps away for this next phase of treatment, the overwhelming support from her colleagues and fan base reaffirms the impact of her courage and authenticity.