Fox News Swerves Into Gossip Lane — Julie Banderas Takes Unprovoked Jab at Caitlin Clark’s Love Life

Fox News is causing a stir once again — but this time, it’s not politics at the center of the controversy. It’s Caitlin Clark’s love life. During a live broadcast that was supposed to focus on current affairs, anchor Julie Banderas veered into the realm of petty gossip, throwing out a cold, sarcastic remark: “She can’t even keep a long-term relationship.”

Fox News has found itself in hot water yet again — and shockingly, this time it’s not over politics. Nope. The controversy swirling around the network this week centers on… Caitlin Clark’s love life.

During what was supposed to be a broadcast on current affairs, veteran anchor Julie Banderas took a sharp left turn straight into gossip column territory. With the poise of a high school rumor mill and the subtlety of a wrecking ball, Banderas dropped this gem on live air:

“She can’t even keep a long-term relationship.”

And just like that, the news became less about the world and more about who’s dating whom — because clearly, the defining trait of a world-class athlete isn’t her jump shot, record-breaking career, or cultural impact… it’s whether her relationship status meets Fox News’ editorial standards.

Let’s be clear: Caitlin Clark isn’t just some flash-in-the-pan sports personality. She’s one of the most electric young stars in basketball, a generational talent who’s redefining women’s sports. Drafted No. 1 overall into the WNBA and drawing comparisons to legends, she’s a role model for countless young fans. But instead of celebrating her achievements or discussing her groundbreaking entrance into professional sports, we’re here judging whether she can “keep a man”? Seriously?

What makes this even more bizarre is the complete lack of context. Clark has openly acknowledged her relationship — and, shocker — she’s also focused on her career. Imagine that: a young, successful professional athlete prioritizing her craft. How scandalous!

The comment didn’t go unnoticed. Social media lit up in defense of Clark, with fans calling Banderas’ remark not only petty and unnecessary but flat-out sexist. Because let’s be honest — when was the last time a male athlete was randomly grilled on-air about whether his girlfriend thinks he’s emotionally available?

This kind of commentary reflects a tired media pattern: women in the spotlight being reduced to their personal relationships rather than celebrated for their accomplishments. Clark could score 50 points in a playoff game, and someone would still ask her if she’s planning to settle down soon.

And Fox News, of course, has yet to issue a comment. Maybe they’re too busy fact-checking whether women are still allowed to have both careers and relationships in 2025. The jury’s still out, apparently.

At the end of the day, Banderas’ remark isn’t just about Caitlin Clark — it’s a broader example of how media outlets often default to personal attacks when they run out of substance. It’s a lazy, outdated playbook. Thankfully, Clark has proven time and again that she rises far above this noise — with grace, grit, and a jump shot that speaks louder than any snide remark ever could.