Fox News host Sean Hannity is addressing online speculation about his recent appearance, revealing that a pinched nerve in his neck and medication side effects are behind his raspy voice and puffy face.
Hannity shared the update on Wednesday in a post on X after viewers raised concerns about his recent television appearances.
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“Thanks to everyone who has checked in,” Hannity wrote.
“I’ve already addressed this several times on my radio show, but while training, I developed a painful pinched nerve in my neck.”
Hannity said his doctor prescribed prednisone to reduce inflammation caused by the injury.
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He explained that the medication led to temporary side effects, including laryngitis and facial swelling.
“My doctor put me on prednisone to reduce the inflammation, and while it’s helping, it led to laryngitis and some puffiness, which is normal for this medication,” Hannity wrote.
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He added that he is recovering well and continuing his regular training routine despite the temporary symptoms.
“I’m fine, recovering well, and still training, but apparently a few weeks of prednisone has generated more social media commentary than 30 years of ratings success,” Hannity said.
“I appreciate all the concern and well wishes—including from members of the left-wing media. Sorry to disappoint them, but a pinched nerve, a raspy voice, and a puffy face aren’t taking me out anytime soon.”
Hannity also addressed the issue earlier this week during Monday’s edition of his nationally syndicated radio program, “The Sean Hannity Show.”
Thanks to everyone who has checked in. I’ve already addressed this several times on my radio show, but while training, I developed a painful pinched nerve in my neck. My doctor put me on prednisone to reduce the inflammation, and while it’s helping, it led to laryngitis and some…
— Sean Hannity 🇺🇸 (@seanhannity) June 24, 2026
Speaking with frequent co-host Lynda McLaughlin, Hannity joked about his voice sounding stronger.
“Don’t I sound better today? Aren’t you excited to hear my voice back?” he asked.
McLaughlin responded with a laugh, saying, “I am, and I think America is excited that you’re not dying of a stroke.”
Hannity went on to explain that he initially sought medical treatment after experiencing symptoms that doctors attributed to a sinus infection.
“I actually went to a doctor, and what he said is I had a bad sinus infection, which led to laryngitis,” Hannity said.
He added that he was initially reluctant to take prednisone.
“I didn’t wanna take this crappy medicine called prednisone,” Hannity said.
According to Hannity, his doctor ultimately advised him that the condition was not damaging his vocal cords and could improve with time.
“He just said to ride it out, don’t worry about it, you’re not hurting your vocal chords at all,” Hannity said.
The comments came after viewers on social media questioned Hannity’s raspy voice and fuller facial appearance during recent Fox News broadcasts.
Prednisone, a corticosteroid commonly prescribed to reduce inflammation, can cause temporary side effects including fluid retention, facial swelling and hoarseness.
Hannity’s statement appeared intended to reassure viewers that his symptoms are temporary and related to treatment rather than a more serious medical condition, Mediaite reported.
The longtime Fox News host said he expects to continue working and training as he recovers.
Hannity said in April that he left the Catholic Church years ago, citing concerns about corruption within the institution. His comments came during a recent episode of his primetime show, where he reflected on his religious upbringing and explained why he now identifies simply as a Christian.
“As of today, I no longer consider myself a Catholic. I am a Christian,” Hannity said. “I left the Catholic church in large part due to the institutionalized corruption, and it was at the parish level, to the bishop level, cardinals, all the way to Rome.”
Hannity did not point to any single incident but referenced what he described as longstanding scandals and misconduct within the church. He said the issues were not adequately addressed and criticized what he called a failure to correct serious problems over time.
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