Once hailed as the fresh, edgy alternative to late-night comedy, Gutfeld! has carved out a loyal fanbase among conservative viewers. But now, the show’s charm appears to be fading — and one name keeps coming up as the reason: Tyrus.

Tensions are boiling over as frustrated fans flood social media and online forums with criticism, claiming that the former professional wrestler and co-host is “dominating” the show and drowning out what made Gutfeld! great in the first place — its unpredictable energy, fast-paced wit, and sharp political commentary.

“I used to love Gutfeld! Now I can’t even get through five minutes,” one viewer posted on Reddit.
“As soon as Tyrus shows up, I switch it off,” another tweeted. “It’s like the whole vibe changes — and not in a good way.”

So what exactly is fueling this backlash? And could this growing wave of discontent change the future of Fox News’ late-night breakout hit?

Tyrus: From Fan Favorite to Focal Point

Tyrus, a former WWE wrestler and current Fox News contributor, joined Gutfeld! as a regular panelist in the show’s early days. His offbeat style, physical presence, and blunt takes offered a unique contrast to the sharp-tongued Greg Gutfeld.

At first, viewers embraced him — even cheered him on. But over time, critics say his presence began to overshadow the rest of the panel, turning what was once a free-flowing roundtable into “The Tyrus Show.”

“It used to be witty banter,” one longtime viewer commented on Facebook. “Now it feels like everyone else just sits around waiting for Tyrus to monologue.”

Indeed, fans have pointed to what they call “overextended rants”, “forced jokes”, and a lack of chemistry with other regulars like Kat Timpf and Gutfeld himself.

The Fan Backlash

Viewers haven’t been shy about expressing their discontent. On YouTube, episodes featuring heavy Tyrus screen time rack up more dislikes and negative comments than others. Twitter is flooded with the hashtag #TooMuchTyrus, and some fans are even threatening to boycott the show entirely.

“I’m done,” wrote one viewer on a Fox fan page. “Bring back the spark. Less ego, more energy.”

“Tyrus has taken over the show. Kat barely speaks. Greg looks annoyed. What happened?” another wrote.

While some fans still defend him — citing his unique background and no-nonsense takes — the tide appears to be turning against the once-beloved co-host.

Behind the Scenes Drama?

Insiders at Fox News say the growing controversy hasn’t gone unnoticed.

“Producers are aware of the complaints,” one network staffer revealed. “They’re monitoring the feedback very closely.”

There have even been rumblings of tension among the cast, with sources claiming that Tyrus’ growing presence on the show has caused “friction” behind the scenes.

“He tends to dominate segments,” one anonymous contributor said. “That can create a tricky dynamic when airtime is already tight.”

While no official changes have been announced, insiders suggest producers may be considering tweaks to the format — including tighter moderation and a more balanced distribution of speaking time.

Gutfeld’s Response — or Lack Thereof

So far, Greg Gutfeld himself has remained silent on the controversy. The comedian-turned-host, known for his sarcasm and offbeat delivery, hasn’t directly addressed the complaints — but fans have noticed subtle shifts in tone on recent episodes.

“It’s like Greg’s pulling back,” one fan noted. “He used to interrupt more, steer the conversation. Now he lets Tyrus run with it — and you can tell it’s not working.”

Some suspect Gutfeld is caught in a difficult spot — balancing loyalty to his panelist with the pressure to keep ratings high and fans engaged.

What’s Next for Gutfeld!?

Despite the criticism, Gutfeld! remains one of the highest-rated late-night shows on television. But the long-term success of any program depends on keeping its audience happy — and right now, a significant portion of that audience is tuning out.

“You can feel the shift,” a media analyst told us. “Fans are no longer just whispering about Tyrus — they’re shouting.”

If the backlash continues to gain momentum, producers may be forced to make a decision: scale back Tyrus’ screen time, shake up the format, or risk losing a core part of their viewership.

As one comment summed it up bluntly:

“This show used to make me laugh. Now it just makes me switch channels.”