Brian Stelter’s son crashes CNN interview during bedtime

Brian Stelter’s son appeared on screen during a live CNN interview.

On Sunday, July 20, Brian Stelter, CNN’s senior media analyst, found himself unexpectedly upstaged during a live broadcast.

While discussing a serious topic, Donald Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal, the feed cut from a studio-looking backdrop to reveal Stelter was working from home.

LOL, yes, I tried my best not to break out laughing when he snuck into the camera shot https://t.co/JAVIlw4Cg9 pic.twitter.com/fHk3vBINQq

— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) July 20, 2025

His 5-year-old son suddenly appeared in the lower right corner of the screen, smiling playfully before toddling out of frame.

Stelter and host Jessica Dean carried on with the interview seamlessly, acknowledging the cameo with good humor.

Dean quipped, “You had a little helper with you,” and Stelter replied, “I apologize for my 5‑year‑old… it’s bedtime here at the Stelter house.”

The exchange brought a relatable charm to an otherwise tense discussion. Viewers on X and other platforms responded with amusement and support, praising Stelter and Dean for gracefully navigating the moment. Stelter later laughed in response to fan comments about the clip.

This incident adds to a growing list of memorable live interview interruptions by children and underscores the challenges and humanity of working from home.