Kat Timpf Mourns Sudden Death of Father Daniel Timpf at 69
Fox News personality, comedian, and author Kat Timpf is mourning the sudden loss of her father, Daniel “Dad Timpf” Timpf, who died unexpectedly on the evening of May 7, 2026. He was 69. Timpf shared the news publicly in an emotional social media post, describing her father as seemingly healthy and strong before his death. (The Sunny Boy)
In her tribute, Timpf made clear that Daniel Timpf was far more than a parent to her. She described him as her “rock,” her “hero,” and her “best friend,” reflecting the close bond the two shared throughout her life and career. The cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.
Daniel Timpf had remained mostly outside the spotlight, but he was familiar to many of Kat’s fans through the stories she shared about him over the years. According to Timpf’s tribute, he was loyal, funny, kind, selfless, and deeply knowledgeable about a wide range of subjects, from history and literature to accounting and sailing. He was also remembered as a writer and painter. (The Sunny Boy)
The loss comes after a difficult period in Timpf’s personal life. In 2025, she welcomed her first child, a son, while also facing a breast cancer diagnosis just hours before giving birth. She later underwent a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery, and was declared cancer-free in April 2025. (People.com)
During that time, Timpf said her father played a crucial role in supporting her. In a January 2026 interview with People, she recalled that when Daniel learned she had cancer, he immediately began driving from Michigan to New York to be with her. “I could not have done this without my dad,” she said at the time. (People.com)
Timpf, known for her sharp humor and candid commentary, has often used comedy as a way to process hardship. Her official biography describes her as a writer, comedian, television personality, co-host of Fox News’ “Gutfeld!,” Fox News analyst, and bestselling author of You Can’t Joke About That and I Used To Like You Until…. (therealkattimpf.com)
Despite her public career, Timpf’s tribute to her father focused on the private moments that shaped their relationship. She wrote about his strength, his devotion to family, and the deep sense of stability he brought to her life. For many fans, the post offered a glimpse into the man behind the affectionate nickname “Dad Timpf.”
Daniel’s death also carries added emotional weight because Timpf lost her mother, Anne, in 2014. People reported that Anne Timpf died from cardiac amyloidosis and had worked as a school social worker. Kat has spoken publicly about growing up in a close-knit Detroit family as the oldest of three children. (People.com)
Following Daniel Timpf’s death, fans and supporters expressed sympathy for Timpf and her family, offering condolences as she navigates another painful personal loss. While she has faced major challenges in recent years, Timpf has continued to speak openly about grief, illness, motherhood, and resilience.
For now, Timpf’s message about her father stands as both a public announcement and a deeply personal farewell — one centered on love, gratitude, and the sudden heartbreak of losing someone who seemed irreplaceable.
