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Originally Published 3 months ago — by Awful Announcing
Molly Qerim's abrupt departure from ESPN's First Take was unexpectedly quick, with ESPN citing timing issues and her decision to leave early rather than at the end of her contract as key reasons. ESPN plans to hold on-air tryouts over the next 30-45 days to find a new host, while Stephen A. Smith has been hosting the show in the interim.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by New York Post
Molly Qerim left ESPN's 'First Take' after negotiations broke down, with both sides having already planned her departure by the end of her current contract in 2025, as she sought to explore other opportunities. ESPN intends to find a new host within 30-45 days, but Qerim declined to comment further.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by New York Post
Molly Qerim resigned from ESPN's 'First Take' after 10 years, leading to speculation about her replacement. Potential candidates include Stephen A. Smith, Courtney Cronin, Chris Russo, Monica McNutt, Shae Cornette, Charly Arnolt, and Christine Williamson, as the show prepares for a new era following her departure.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by New York Post
Molly Qerim abruptly resigned from ESPN's 'First Take' after 10 years, amid contract negotiations, with Stephen A. Smith expressing sadness and surprise over her departure, which was reportedly her decision after turning down a new contract offer.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
Molly Qerim, a prominent ESPN personality and host of 'First Take,' has announced her departure from the show and ESPN, expressing gratitude for her time and hinting at future opportunities. Her departure marks the end of a decade-long tenure, during which she was a respected and integral part of the program.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Yahoo Sports
Molly Qerim, a long-time ESPN host of 'First Take,' announced her departure from the network after deciding not to renew her contract, expressing gratitude for her time there and hinting at future plans.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by USA Today
Molly Qerim, the host of ESPN's First Take for the past decade, announced her departure from the show and ESPN at the end of the year, expressing gratitude for her time on the program but not revealing her next career move.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by New York Post
Molly Qerim announced she is leaving ESPN at the end of the year after hosting 'First Take' since 2015, despite being offered a new contract, and hinted at upcoming news about her next move.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Front Office Sports
With Skip Bayless set to leave FS1's Undisputed, speculation arises about his next move, including a potential reunion with Stephen A. Smith on ESPN's First Take. This could mark a significant shift in the sports talk show landscape, especially given the history and rivalry between Bayless and Smith, as well as the recent addition of Shannon Sharpe to First Take.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Stephen A. Smith responded on his podcast to comments made by Monica McNutt on "First Take," where she suggested he could have used his platform to support women's sports earlier. Smith defended his record, highlighting the show's commitment to covering the WNBA and promoting female analysts, and expressed his admiration for McNutt despite their disagreement.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Awful Announcing
Stephen A. Smith expressed his frustration with colleague Monica McNutt's comments on "First Take," which he felt inaccurately portrayed his and the show's commitment to covering the WNBA and women's sports. While emphasizing his respect for McNutt, Smith defended the show's track record on diversity and women's sports coverage, clarifying that her statements were misinformed.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
A heated debate on ESPN's "First Take" about Caitlin Clark's recent WNBA performances led to a contentious exchange between Stephen A. Smith and Monica McNutt. McNutt criticized Smith for not covering women's sports earlier, while Smith defended the show's coverage. The segment highlighted differing views on the treatment of women athletes and the role of media in promoting women's sports.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
ESPN basketball analyst Monica McNutt left Stephen A. Smith speechless on "First Take" by challenging his claim about the show's coverage of the WNBA, suggesting he could have used his platform to support women's sports more actively in the past.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated
On ESPN's First Take, Stephen A. Smith and Monica McNutt had a tense exchange over the show's coverage of the WNBA. McNutt challenged Smith's claim that First Take has been a leading voice in covering women's sports, pointing out that he could have used his platform to do so years ago. The discussion was cut short by moderator Molly Qerim, but it highlighted ongoing debates about media coverage of women's sports.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC Sports
Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay has threatened to sue ESPN's First Take after a discussion on the show referenced his 2014 arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Despite potential factual errors, Irsay's reputation is not pristine, and a lawsuit could further damage it. Irsay's troubled upbringing and desire for validation may be contributing factors to his actions and statements.