In December 2024, Greg Gutfeld, the irreverent host of Fox News’ Gutfeld! and co-host of The Five, experienced a seismic shift in his life when he welcomed his first child, a daughter named Mira, with his wife, Elena Moussa. At 60 years old, Gutfeld’s journey to fatherhood was unexpected and transformative, marking a new chapter for the comedian and political commentator known for his sharp wit and provocative humor. Returning to Fox News on January 6, 2025, after a six-week paternity leave, Gutfeld opened up about the profound moment he became a dad and the surprising ways Mira has reshaped his perspective. This article explores Gutfeld’s candid reflections on fatherhood, the emotional impact of Mira’s arrival, and the public’s reaction to his life-changing news.
The Moment He Became a Dad
Gutfeld’s path to fatherhood began quietly, with his absence from The Five and Gutfeld! in early December 2024 sparking curiosity among fans. On December 10, his co-host Dana Perino put speculation to rest, reading a statement from Gutfeld on The Five: “It is with great joy that my wife Elena and I have welcomed a baby girl into the world. Mira is healthy with a real set of lungs. She has Elena’s beautiful eyes and my rock-hard abs.” The statement, laced with Gutfeld’s signature humor, also poked fun at co-host Jesse Watters, joking that Mira was “already very observant and has asked if Jesse wears a toupee.” The announcement, confirmed on X by users like @theright_answer, sent shockwaves through his fanbase, with hashtags like #GutfeldBaby trending for days.
Gutfeld, who married Moussa in 2004 after a whirlwind romance in Portugal, had kept the pregnancy private, a feat he celebrated on X: “See, that’s how you keep a secret. Thanks to all the nice words! See ya in a few!” The couple, who share a French bulldog named Gus, had not publicly hinted at expecting a child, making Mira’s arrival a delightful surprise. Gutfeld later shared that when Moussa, 42, told him she was pregnant, “mine was the first diaper she had to change,” a quip that captured his initial shock at becoming a father at 60.
The moment of Mira’s birth in early December was a turning point. Gutfeld described it as both humbling and exhilarating, admitting on The Five that his wife’s resilience during childbirth was like a “nine-month tour of duty” ending in “exhaustion and hormones.” He praised Moussa, a fashion stylist, as “pretty hands-on,” joking that she often keeps him at bay because he’s “terrible at everything” and “very clumsy.” Despite his self-deprecating humor, Gutfeld’s emotional support during late-night feedings—waking up alongside Moussa even if he hasn’t tackled diapers—revealed a softer side to the man who once called himself a “selfish bastard.”
How Mira Changed His Life
Gutfeld’s return to Fox News on January 6, 2025, offered a platform to reflect on how fatherhood has reshaped his worldview. During a segment on The Five, co-host Jesse Watters asked, “Has this changed you at all? Do you feel different as a father?” Gutfeld’s response was unexpectedly poignant: “Some guy said to me, ‘You can’t regret anything that happened before because if things hadn’t gone as they did, your baby wouldn’t be around.’ And I thought, ‘Wow, 60 years of regret completely out the window.’ I was a selfish bastard for 60 years, and now I’m free.” This admission, reported by the Daily Express, struck a chord with viewers, many of whom were moved by his vulnerability.
In a Fox News essay, Gutfeld elaborated on the lessons fatherhood taught him: “Throughout my life, I’ve mastered the art of being selfish, and it’s helped my career. But becoming a parent at my age is forcing me to learn things many of you learned in your 20s, 30s, and 40s—that you have to think about someone else.” He described parenthood as “not easy but not earth-shattering either,” emphasizing the need to “unlearn” self-centered habits that fueled his success as a host of the top-rated late-night show, which averages 2.5 million viewers. Mira’s arrival erased decades of regret, giving Gutfeld a sense of purpose beyond his career.
Mira’s impact extended to Gutfeld’s home life. The couple’s $10.5 million SoHo loft, purchased in July 2024, became a family-friendly space with room for baby essentials, a stark contrast to their previous 2,200-square-foot home. Gutfeld also shared humorous anecdotes about their French bulldog, Gus, who struggled with Mira’s arrival, resorting to “ritual pees” outside her room out of jealousy. “Gus is going through severe emotional pain, no longer being the king of the Gutfeld household,” Gutfeld quipped on The Five, pulling out a “Big Brother” neckerchief for Gus from a pile of congratulatory gifts.
Public Reaction and Support
The announcement of Mira’s birth sparked an outpouring of support on social media. X users like @SweetPeaBell326 congratulated Gutfeld and Moussa, writing, “Congrats to Greg Gutfeld and his wife Elana on the birth of their first child, Mira.” Others, like @LuckyMcGee, predicted, “He’s gonna be such a fun dad!” Fans shared personal stories of late-life parenting, creating a sense of community, while memes and clips from Gutfeld’s shows trended with #MiraGutfeld. However, some viewers mocked his age, with Gutfeld! guest Tyrus joking, “It’s the best time to have a kid when you’re 60,” prompting laughter on air.
Gutfeld’s co-hosts embraced the news with warmth. Dana Perino, who announced Mira’s birth, presented Gutfeld with a celebratory cake and gifts, including a Misfits onesie for Mira. Kat Timpf, filling in on Gutfeld!, declared, “America has been wondering where Greg has been. Well, the mystery’s been solved,” while joking about future “poop jokes.” The Gutfeld! panelists offered baby advice, with some playfully ribbing Gutfeld for not changing diapers. Off-air, colleagues like Jesse Watters and Trace Gallagher expressed support, reinforcing the tight-knit Fox News team.
Moussa, typically private, shared a rare glimpse of Mira on Instagram on Valentine’s Day 2025, posting a photo of herself cuddling the baby in a gray knitted outfit, captioned “Love” with heart emojis. The snap, which excluded Gutfeld, melted fans’ hearts, with the Irish Star noting it was the first public image of Mira, whose face was partially hidden. Gutfeld, meanwhile, kept his social media focused on Gus, humorously lamenting on Christmas Day 2024 that the dog “got me nothing for Christmas” but left “something that looks like coal” indoors.
Looking Ahead: A New Chapter
Gutfeld’s journey into fatherhood at 60 has brought a fresh perspective to his work. Back on Gutfeld! and The Five, he’s weaving fatherhood into his monologues, joking about Mira’s “real set of lungs” and his own parenting missteps. His 2025 schedule remains packed, with a dozen tour dates planned alongside his hosting duties, but Mira remains his priority. “A daughter is a daughter all of your life,” one fan commented on X, echoing Gutfeld’s sentiment that Mira has given him a lifelong purpose.
As Gutfeld navigates this new chapter, his candidness about shedding regret and embracing selflessness resonates with viewers. Mira’s arrival has not only transformed his home—prompting a move to a larger loft and upstaging Gus—but also his heart, proving that even a self-proclaimed “selfish bastard” can find redemption through fatherhood. With fans eagerly awaiting more glimpses of Mira and Gutfeld’s inevitable dad jokes, the Fox News host’s story is a testament to life’s unexpected joys and the profound impact of a tiny human named Mira.