Billy Bush

Billy Bush is an American television and radio host known for his work on entertainment news programs including Access Hollywood and The Billy Bush Show.

Billy Bush is an American television and radio host known for his work on entertainment news programs including Access Hollywood and The Billy Bush Show. He is a member of the Bush political family and gained wider attention after leaving NBC's Today in 2016 following controversy over a leaked 2005 recording.

Early life and education

Billy Bush was born William Hall Bush on October 13, 1971, in Los Angeles, California. He attended St. George’s School and later studied international studies and government at Colby College.

Broadcasting career

Bush built a career in radio and television, including work on local radio and later national entertainment programming. He became widely known as a correspondent and host on Access Hollywood, and from 2008 to 2014 he hosted The Billy Bush Show, a nationally syndicated radio program.

Today and controversy

In 2016, Bush was named a co-host of NBC's Today show. His tenure ended after a leaked 2005 recording surfaced in which he participated in lewd remarks with Donald Trump. The incident became a major media and political controversy, leading to his departure from the program.

Family background

Bush is a member of the Bush family, which has been prominent in U.S. politics. He is related to former U.S. presidents George H. W. Bush and George W. Bush. He is married to Sydney Davis and has three children.