The latest hot topic in the sports world is a sexual harassment allegation involving one of the most popular TV networks, Fox Sports. The news broke with two well-known personalities, one of them being Joy Taylor, who is named in the lawsuit filed by former hairstylist Noushin Faraji.
While Skip Bayless is widely known for his controversial takes on LeBron James, Joy Taylor’s name was less familiar to many before this case. Now, with the spotlight on her, fans are curious to learn more about the talented and beautiful host. This article dives into everything you need to know about Joy Taylor.
Who is Fox Sports’ host Joy Taylor?
Joy Taylor, former NFL star Hayson Taylor’s younger daughter is a well-known host on FS1, appearing on shows like “Undisputed” and “The Herd with Colin Cowherd.”
She joined Fox Sports in 2016 and quickly became popular for her smart opinions and lively personality.
Before that, she worked at Miami’s 790 AM The Ticket as a producer and co-host, building her career before moving to national TV.
Her hosting journey began in college
Joy Taylor graduated from Barry University in Miami in 2009 with a degree in broadcast communications. While in college, she hosted a radio show called “The Noise” and worked as the manager for WBRY Radio.
After college, she co-hosted the “Zaslow and Joy Show” on Miami’s 790 AM The Ticket. She also worked with CBS Sports, hosting shows like “Thursday Night Live” and “Fantasy Football Today.”
Joy Taylor’s path to success at Fox Sports
In March 2016, Joy Taylor started working at Fox Sports, taking on different roles. She quickly became well-known and became the moderator for “Skip and Shannon: Undisputed” in August 2016. In 2018, she moved to “The Herd with Colin Cowherd.”
Now, she co-hosts the FS1 show “SPEAK” with Keyshawn Johnson and Paul Pierce, which airs weekdays from 5 pm to 7 pm.
What is her marital status?
The 37-year-old’s married life has been somewhat complicated since her first marriage. She was once married to a former baseball player, Richard Giannotti. They got married in 2016 in a beautiful ceremony in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
However, their marriage was short-lived, and they divorced in 2017. Following her split from Giannotti, Joy briefly dated and became engaged to former NBA player Earl Watson in 2018, but they parted ways in 2019.
She didn’t date anyone after that, which means her status is single right now.
The Controversy everyone’s talking about
Former Fox Sports hairdresser Noushin Faraji recently filed a lawsuit against Taylor, alleging harassment and an unsafe work environment. The lawsuit claims she ignored Faraji’s complaints about inappropriate behavior by former host Skip Bayless and Fox Sports executive Charlie Dixon.
𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: FOX Sports Joy Taylor is being accused of sleeping with several prominent executives and personalities to get a prime role on the network.
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) January 6, 2025
This is included in the same lawsuit against Skip Bayless. pic.twitter.com/YH0n5jcXDr
Faraji says Taylor told her to “get over it” when she reported the harassment. The allegations have triggered a broader discussion about the work environment at Fox Sports. While the network has confirmed the case, they have not provided any further details at this time due to the ongoing court process.
IF this Joy Taylor news is true, It's her perogative to use the advantages given to her in a life that oppresses her for both her race and sex, she's better than most other palanists from other shows and her own.. She's just getting what should have been given in the first place
— Chookity Pez (@P_Pedrosa14) January 6, 2025
Joy Taylor’s bold social media moments
Joy Taylor is known for her bold and fun social media posts. She shares everything from amusing tweets to exciting Instagram stories. Recently, she went viral for a stunning swimsuit photo taken in Costa Rica on New Year’s Eve.
In the photo, she wore a leopard print swimsuit and shared her thoughts about the blessings of the year. Before this, she often posted bold pictures on Instagram and earned praise from fans for her stunning beauty.
