TV's Top Reporters Celebrate Father's Day With Love Letters to Their
This weekend, the top story is focused entirely on dads.
Day after day, millions of Americans turn on the TV to get the latest news from a variety of trusted anchors and seasoned journalists.
When the cameras stop rolling, however, those same reporters turn off their mics, put away the scripts and focus on the most important job in their life - being the best father they can possibly be to their kids.
In honor of Father's Day weekend, Us Weekly wanted to celebrate the dads who not only deliver the news day after day from around the world - no matter the time of day or how painful the subject matter -but also serve as hands-on parents to their children, shaping the next generation of news-makers and delivers (potentially) in between breaking news announcements and war-time reporting.
Keep reading to see the heartfelt words journalists from Fox News, NewsNation, CNN, CNBC, CBS News, NBC News and your favorite networks wrote to their children of all ages:
‘CBS Mornings' Cohost Nate Burleson
Dear Bridget and George,
You two are the funniest and sweetest kids in the world – and I am so lucky to be your dad.
The more Bridget talks and the more George crawls… the more we hear giggles echoing off the walls of our house, and there's no sound I love more.
Seeing how excited George gets when he hears Bridget's feet running as fast as a 3-year-old can, and watching how excited Bridget gets when George tries to hold her hand – make me never want to look away from you kids.
I can't wait to see the amazing things you'll do with your lives, and I'll be there with you every step of the way.
You'll be a great big sister and a great big brother when the new baby arrives in October!
Love, Dad
‘CBS Evening News' Host Tony Dokoupil
Dear Dylan and Cameron,
On this Father's Day, I am reminded what a gift it is to be your Dad. The joy of watching you grow into wonderful young men is a blessing, and one I think about often. I am inspired by your character, your compassion and empathy for others and your determination to be the best you can be. I can't wait to see what you boys do in the years to come.
Love, Dad
CNN Chief Media Analyst Brian Stelter
Dear Lanie and Hannah,
You two make every day feel like Fathers Day. Hearing you thunder down the stairs to meet me when I come home is always the highlight of my day. I'm so proud of the smart, kind and curious people that you are. I love watching you look out for each other, and I love the joy you bring to everything you do.
Love you to the moon, Dad
NewsNation Anchor Connell McShane
To Libby and Ben,
You came into this world and shaped my identity; as a father, a caretaker, a scheduler of midsummer activities to stave off boredom. I would go away to report on disaster or war, and came home to discover love, to the smell of the little milk curds that congealed on your necks as babies and then the smell of cologne or perfume that you now wear as nearly 18 and 12 year olds. I have loved every stage of your childhoods (and every scent.)
Hands down, you are the greatest things I've ever been part of. And the best part is that you are not your parents. You are 100% yourselves; independent, at times fierce (at least with your parents) funny as all get up, and kind, decent human beings.
The world is a better place because you are in it, and I am a better person.
I love you very much, Dad
NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles
To My Far Flung Flock,
Dear children (5) and grandchildren (6), I just wanted to drop a note on this special day about the best thing in my life, you all. You make my life complete. I soar when you triumph at your accomplishments and worry when you are disappointed, ill or sad. Our happiest times are when we are together. But even when we're apart, the bonds that join us are unbreakable. Our love is enduring, replenishing and life affirming. You are my secret power, and watching you grow and raise your own with gusto, love and respect is all any father can ask.
Thank you for being my crew.
Love forever, Dad xxxxx
FOX News Channel's ‘The Will Cain Show' and FOX News Podcasts' ‘Will Cain Country' Host Will Cain
Dear Charlie and Will,
Twice in the last month of school, adults - one parent of a classmate, one teacher - came up to me, unsolicited, and said what polite and kind boys you were. That - more than any accomplishment on the field or even in the classroom - makes me SO proud to be your dad. I am truly thankful for the good young men you are becoming.
Love you, Dad
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This story was originally published June 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM.