Brett Cooper: From Child Actor to Conservative Media Personality

Once a child star and now making waves in the conservative media sphere, Brett Cooper has attracted millions of followers and subscribers with her takes on various political and cultural topics.

Cooper, who hosts “The Brett Cooper Show,” recently chatted with Fox News Digital about her media journey and upcoming podcasts, especially ahead of a live show in Atlanta, Georgia. She has also joined Fox News Media as a contributor.

While attending UCLA, Cooper felt disconnected from the political climate both at the university and in Los Angeles.

“I went to UCLA, and, well, I wasn’t pursuing acting anymore. So, I thought going behind the camera was a better fit for me, which eventually led me to creating videos,” she shared.

As she began her video-making journey, conservative media started to take notice.

Cooper mentioned her connections with conservative organizations like Pragel. While working on a video for Pragel, she caught the attention of Daily Wire, leading to her show launching from there.

In January, she officially rolled out “The Brett Cooper Show.”

“My family has always been vocal about politics and values, but, honestly, I wasn’t really into politics or the news back then,” Cooper recalled. “Dinner conversations were often lively, but I didn’t actively participate.”

During her time at UCLA, Cooper found herself reevaluating her political beliefs.

“At UCLA, I was surrounded by people deeply invested in their beliefs, which prompted me to reconcile my upbringing with my own views. I think that was a pivotal moment for me,” she reflected.

Initially, Cooper was hesitant to prioritize politics in her identity.

“I didn’t want to rock the boat, especially since many of my friends leaned left. But over time, they just figured out what I stood for,” she admitted.

However, the political divide on campus was unmistakable.

“One memorable incident was when I got handed a ‘Communist Manifesto’ at a party. They thought it was funny to suggest I read it,” she laughed.

In 2020, she recorded a video about the Covid lockdown in Los Angeles.

“That video was so frightening that I ended up tossing my phone across the room,” she recalled.

Now, Cooper aims to assist others by offering a unique perspective and fostering discussions.

“I’m not here to change your mind, but I hope to help you see things from a different angle or make you think in a new way,” she stated.

Cooper shares cultural, social, and political insights across all Fox News Media platforms.

Her podcast, launched in January, quickly attracted over 9 million followers on social media. Known for their distinctive viewpoint and sharp humor, Gen Z conservatives resonate with her content.

In January, Cooper also appeared on Jesse Watters Primetime to discuss the shifting media landscape.

“There’s definitely a change in the media landscape. Young people crave a genuine, honest voice rather than the same traditional experts repeating themselves constantly,” she observed.

Cooper is a UCLA graduate currently residing in Tennessee with her husband.