Meet Fox’s Carley Shimkus, Her Husband Peter Buchignani, and Their Baby Boy Named Brock
She’s the Fox News dynamo who jolts America awake at 5 a.m., but behind Carley Shimkus’s megawatt smile is a love story—and a little boy named Brock—who’ve stolen her heart and captivated her fans. Alongside her husband Peter Buchignani, a finance whiz who shuns the spotlight, Carley’s built a life that’s as inspiring as it is adorable. Ready to meet the family that’s got everyone talking? Buckle up—this trio’s tale is pure gold.
Carley and Peter: A Love Born at 23
Carley Shimkus, co-host of *Fox & Friends First*, met Peter Buchignani in 2009 at her 23rd birthday bash—a night she didn’t know would change her life. She was a budding journalist, fresh from Quinnipiac University, clawing her way up at Fox News from production assistant to on-air star. He was a Princeton grad, a former football player with All-Ivy chops, diving into the high-stakes world of finance. Sparks didn’t fly right away—they circled each other as friends for two years before romance kicked in 2013. “He’s the calm to my storm,” Carley’s said of Peter, a quiet counterpoint to her on-screen fire.
Fast-forward to August 8, 2015: they tied the knot in a New Jersey ceremony that blended her Jersey roots with his college football flair—think subtle Princeton nods and a playlist heavy with their shared love for tailgates. Peter, now a securitized products sales pro at Amherst Pierpont Securities in Chicago, kept his career humming while Carley conquered Fox. Long-distance tested them—she in New York, he in the Windy City—but they made it work with late-night calls and weekend dashes. “We’re a team,” Carley told *The U.S. Sun* in 2023, laughing about their knack for syncing schedules despite the miles.
Enter Brock: The Game-Changer
Then came the plot twist that melted hearts everywhere: Brock Edward Buchignani, born February 21, 2023. Carley and Peter announced their baby boy’s arrival with a Fox News flourish, her co-hosts gushing on-air as she shared a snap of tiny Brock—blonde curls, big eyes, pure Shimkus charm. “He’s our little MVP,” Peter quipped to friends, a nod to his football days. Carley, back from maternity leave by May, dove into super-mom mode, juggling 1:15 a.m. alarms for *Fox & Friends First* with diaper changes and Brock’s first giggles.
Fans can’t get enough. Carley’s Instagram’s a treasure trove—Brock apple-picking at Hacklebarney Farm in October 2024, sobbing on Santa’s lap in December, grinning with Peter at Rockefeller Center. “He’s got so much personality—it’s unreal,” she told *The Daily Mail* in 2023, marveling at how her 10-month-old was already stealing scenes. The kid’s a natural, blending Peter’s steady cool with Carley’s live-wire energy—a mini-celeb in the making.
The Family Behind the Fame
Peter Buchignani, 38 as of March 2025, keeps it low-key. Born September 21, 1986, in Bloomington, Illinois, he’s carved a finance career that’s as solid as Carley’s TV stardom is dazzling—think boardroom deals, not red carpets. At 5’11” with dark brown hair and a quarterback’s build, he’s the grounded half of this power duo, cheering Carley from the sidelines while raising Brock with a dad’s quiet pride. “He’s my rock,” Carley’s said, crediting Peter for keeping her sane amid Fox’s chaos and motherhood’s wild ride.
Together, they’re a study in balance. Carley, 38 too (born November 7, 1986), thrives in Fox’s glare—co-hosting since 2021, penning *Cooking with Friends* in 2023—while Peter dodges it, letting her shine. Brock’s their glue, a toddler tornado who’s already got fans speculating: future Fox anchor or finance prodigy? “He’s learning politics from me and patience from Peter,” Carley laughed on-air last month, hinting at their tag-team parenting.
Why We’re Obsessed
X’s buzzing about them—posts like “Carley, Peter, and Brock are goals” rack up likes daily. It’s not just the fairy-tale romance or the cute kid—it’s the realness. Carley’s 1:15 a.m. wake-ups, Peter’s cross-country commutes, Brock’s Santa meltdowns—they’re us, just with better lighting. As of 11:47 p.m. PDT, March 19, 2025, this family’s still winning hearts, one early morning and sweet snapshot at a time. Meet the Buchignanis: Fox’s brightest star, her unsung hero, and the baby boy who’s stealing the show.
