Tomi Lahren was born on August 11, 1992, in Rapid City, South Dakota.  She studied broadcast journalism and political science at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), graduating in 2014.  While at UNLV she hosted the student‑run political talk show The Scramble, which helped spark her interest in political commentary.  Early in her career she hosted On Point with Tomi Lahren at One America News Network (OANN) beginning in 2014, then moved to TheBlaze in 2015 where her viral “Final Thoughts” segments made her a prominent figure in conservative media.

Lahren’s style is characterised by fast‑paced, bold commentary on controversial topics, and she has become known for her strong presence on both television and digital platforms. In August 2017 she joined Fox News as a contributor, and later hosted shows on its streaming platform Fox Nation, expanding her reach.  Alongside her commentary work, she maintains an active social‑media profile, posts lifestyle content, and shares glimpses of her personal life, helping her engage a sizeable audience beyond traditional broadcast media.

Despite criticism and controversies around her commentary and viewpoints, Lahren continues to be a consistent voice in conservative media. Living in Nashville, Tennessee, she integrates her commentary work with personal‑life engagements, thereby maintaining visibility in an evolving media landscape.