Former Fox News producer Jennifer Eckhart has died by suicide at 36 in Florida, years after her high-profile legal lawsuit against Ed Henry.
Ex-Fox Producer Jennifer Eckhart Dies by Suicide at 36
Former Fox Business associate producer and media personality Jennifer Eckhart has died by suicide at her home in Hobe Sound, Florida. She was 36 years old.
According to reports from local authorities and the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, emergency services were dispatched to Eckhart’s residence on Saturday morning, September 19, after her mother discovered her body inside the home. The medical examiner’s office subsequently confirmed her manner of death as suicide.
High-Profile Legal Battle
Eckhart gained widespread national attention in July 2020 when she filed a high-profile lawsuit in federal court against former Fox News anchor Ed Henry, accusing him of sexual misconduct and rape during their time working at the network.
Henry, who was terminated by Fox News in July 2020 following an internal investigation into the complaint, consistently denied the allegations, claiming the relationship was consensual.
The extensive legal battle spanned several years:
- Fox News Dismissal: Federal courts granted summary judgment in favor of Fox News, finding that the network did not have prior knowledge of the alleged conduct before Eckhart came forward.
- Civil Settlement: In mid-2025, Eckhart and Henry resolved the remaining civil claims out of court shortly before a scheduled trial, resulting in the case’s dismissal.
Life After Fox News
Following her departure from cable news, Eckhart launched a podcast titled REINVENTED with Jen Eckhart, where she interviewed prominent figures from business, entertainment, and sports about overcoming adversity and rebuilding their lives. She also established The Reinvented Project, an initiative aimed at offering support and animal-assisted therapy to trauma survivors.
Eckhart frequently spoke publicly about the mental and emotional toll of prolonged litigation, reflecting after her settlement that she had worked to turn personal pain into purpose for others.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. In the U.S., call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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