Charissa Thompson is a seasoned American sportscaster and television host, currently anchoring Fox NFL Kickoff and contributing to Amazon Prime Video’s Thursday Night Football. Born on May 4, 1982, in Seattle, she’s known for her sharp commentary, charismatic on-air presence, and fashion-forward style that often steals the spotlight.
She’s previously worked with ESPN, GSN, and the Big Ten Network, and co-hosted SportsNation before joining Fox Sports in 2013. Off-camera, she’s part of a close-knit group chat with Erin Andrews, Taylor Swift, and Travis Kelce, and she’s been open about her personal life—including her past marriage to sports agent Kyle Thousand and current relationship with Steven Cundari.
