Fox News host Tucker Carlson thanked his fans this week as he marked the one-year anniversary of “Tucker Carlson Tonight.”

With little fanfare, he acknowledged the unusual circumstances by which he inherited the 8 pm time slot, replacing 20-year veteran Bill O’Reilley.

“A lot has changed in the last 12 months, both on this show and in America, but the audience hasn’t. Our viewers have been totally faithful. Sometimes skeptical, occasionally bewildered, but always there, every single night. That makes all the difference. We’re grateful for that, no kidding. Thank you.”