Stephen A. Smith calls for ESPN to re-hire former ‘First Take’ co-host

Ever since the departure of former “First Take” co-host Shannon Sharpe, Stephen A. Smith has worked with a rotating group of guest analysts on ESPN’s hit show. But Smith is ready to see that come to ...

Stephen A. Smith Vows to Shut Down Any Attempt to Downplay Michael Jordan on ‘First Take’

Stephen A. Smith is not backing down in the Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James debate. In fact, he just fired another shot at ...
The New York Times

ESPN says ‘First Take’ will have 30 to 45-day tryout for new host to replace Molly Qerim

ESPN president of content Burke Magnus told The Athletic on Thursday that the company will take 30 to 45 days to try out a variety of people for the “First Take” hosting role that had been filled by ...
The Big Lead

Meet Shae Cornette, ESPN’s ‘First Take’ replacement for Molly Qerim

Feb 5, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; The ESPN logo at the Super Bowl LIX media center at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Several weeks after long-time ...
The Spun on MSN

Stephen A. Smith Publicly Pushing For Change To ESPN's 'First Take'

ESPN's "First Take" has undergone a ton of changes over the past couple of years. The Worldwide Leader in Sports' 10 a.m. E.T. debate show continues to feature Stephen A. Smith. However, ESPN replaced ...

Skip Bayless boosts Stephen A's sluggish "First Take" ratings by 24% on their reunion show

Skip Bayless' return to ESPN's "First Take" boosted viewership by 24%, raising questions about whether the show needs him back on a regular basis.
Athlon Sports

Stephen A. Smith Reacts to ESPN Naming New ‘First Take’ Host After Molly Qerim’s Departure

ESPN’s longtime talk show First Take made headlines Thursday morning when the network announced it has finally selected a new host following Molly Qerim’s sudden departure on Sept. 16. The replacement ...
Men's Journal

Who is Shae Cornette? Meet ESPN’s New ‘First Take’ Host

View post: MLB Fans Are Obsessed Over Perfectly Timed Image Taken During Mets and Mariners Game Shae Cornette named permanent host of ESPN’s First Take, replacing Molly Qerim. She co-founded a cancer ...
Staten Island Advance

ESPN names new ‘First Take’ host: ‘Ready to step into this role’

Longtime “SportsCenter” anchor Shae Cornette will be the new host of ESPN’s popular sports debate show “First Take,” the network announced Thursday. Cornette will make her debut as “First Take” host ...
Penn Live

SportsCenter anchor chosen as new host for ESPN First Take

ESPN has its replacement for Molly Qerim on First Take. SportsCenter anchor Shae Cornette has been hired to host the show, the network announced Thursday morning. Cornette’s first day as the new host ...
Yardbarker

Shae Cornette to Host ESPN’s ‘First Take’: What to Know About Molly Qerim’s Replacement

Shae Cornette will officially take over for Molly Qerim as the new host of ESPN’s First Take. “Shae is meticulous in her preparation, connects naturally with our show’s high-profile personalities, and ...