Elisabeth Hasselbeck Biography Update: Age, Children, Husband, & Net Worth

Elisabeth Hasselbeck (born Elisabeth DelPadre Filarski on May 28, 1977) is an American TV personality, author, talk-show host, and former reality TV contestant. She first became known in 2001 on Survivor: The Australian Outback, where she finished fourth and became a fan favorite for her quick wit and competitive spirit. In 2003, she joined ABC’s The View as a co-host, sharing conservative viewpoints for ten years alongside Barbara Walters, Joy Behar, Whoopi Goldberg, Rosie O’Donnell, and Sherri Shepherd.

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The show’s panel won a Daytime Emmy Award in 2009. From 2013 to 2015, she co-hosted Fox & Friends on Fox News, covering news, politics, and lifestyle topics. After leaving Fox, Elisabeth focused on her family, writing, speaking, and making occasional guest appearances.

Age

Elisabeth Hasselbeck was born on May 28, 1977, in Cranston, Rhode Island. As of March 2026, she is 48 years old.

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Elisabeth grew up in Cranston, Rhode Island. Her father, Kenneth Filarski, is an architect, and her mother, Elizabeth DelPadre, worked as a schoolteacher and lawyer. While her parents had liberal political views, Elisabeth later became known for her conservative stance. She has a younger brother named Kenneth Jr. Her father is of Polish descent and her mother is of Italian descent. Elisabeth graduated from St. Mary Academy in East Providence in 1995.

She went on to study at Boston College, majoring in large-scale painting and industrial design. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1999. During college, she captained the women’s softball team for two seasons and led them to back-to-back Big East championships. After graduating, she worked for Puma in product design before joining Survivor.

In 2001, Elisabeth (then Filarski) was a contestant on Survivor: The Australian Outback. She played a strong social game, formed a close alliance with Rodger Bingham, and finished in fourth place. Her time on Survivor led to hosting The Look for Less on the Style Network from 2002 to 2003, and then joining The View as a permanent co-host in November 2003.

On The View, Elisabeth became known for her outspoken conservative views on politics, social issues, and current events. She often debated with co-hosts like Rosie O’Donnell, especially during the 2007 Iraq war discussion, and Joy Behar. The show’s format encouraged lively debates. The panel won an Emmy in 2009. Elisabeth left The View in July 2013 after ten years to join Fox & Friends, where she co-hosted until December 2015. She said she left to spend more time with her young children.

Since 2015, Elisabeth has focused on her family in Connecticut. She published her second book, Point of View, in 2016 and has made occasional TV guest appearances. She also speaks at Christian and conservative events and raises awareness about celiac disease, which she was diagnosed with in 2008. In recent years, she has shared more about her Christian faith, homeschooling her children, and supporting pro-life and family values. As of March 2026, she is active on Instagram and X, posting about family, recipes, faith, and sometimes commenting on news and culture. She has not returned to daily TV hosting but is open to future projects.

Net Worth

Elisabeth Hasselbeck’s net worth in 2026 is estimated at $12–15 million. Her wealth comes from:

• Salary from The View (reportedly $2–3 million per year in later seasons)
• Salary from Fox & Friends (estimated $2–4 million annually)
• Book sales and advances (The G-Free Diet was a bestseller; Point of View added income)
• Speaking engagements and endorsements
• Survivor appearance fees and residuals
• Investments and real estate (family home in Connecticut)

Her net worth has stayed steady since leaving Fox News, thanks to royalties, savings, and her husband’s income from the NFL and broadcasting.

Relationships

Elisabeth is married to Tim Hasselbeck, a former NFL quarterback and now an ESPN analyst. They met at Boston College in the late 1990s, started dating seriously after her time on Survivor, and married on July 6, 2002, in Manhattan. Their marriage is known for being strong and centered on faith. As of 2026, they have been together for over 23 years. Tim and Elisabeth often talk about their Christian values, family priorities, and supporting each other’s careers. There have been no public separations or major controversies.

Children

Elisabeth and Tim Hasselbeck have three children:

• Grace Elisabeth Hasselbeck (born September 2005) – Oldest daughter; active in sports and school activities.
• Taylor Thomas Hasselbeck (born November 2007) – Middle son; involved in athletics and youth programs.
• Isaiah Timothy Hasselbeck (born August 2009) – Youngest son; enjoys family outings and sports.

The family lives in Connecticut, where Elisabeth has focused on raising their children, sometimes homeschooling, and keeping a low-key lifestyle away from daily media. She often posts family photos and updates about their milestones, sports, and faith-based activities on social media.

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