NowWire · AI-assisted reporting summary · September 21, 2026 UTC
Death Investigated in Florida
Jennifer Eckhart, a 36-year-old former Fox News producer, was found dead over the weekend at her home in Hobe Sound, Florida, according to police. The Martin County Sheriff's Office confirmed that her death was ruled a suicide after she was discovered on Saturday by her mother, Cynthia Eckhart. [1]
Background and Legal History
Eckhart previously made headlines for a sexual assault lawsuit against former Fox News anchor Ed Henry, accusing him of rape. Henry, who was fired by the network in July 2020 and has denied the allegations, reached a settlement with Eckhart in June 2025. Following the resolution of the five-year legal battle, Eckhart focused on hosting her podcast REINVENTED and running a non-profit supporting trauma survivors. [1]
Sources
- Former Fox News producer who sued anchor over alleged assault is found dead — 2026-09-21T17:57:56.000Z