This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Stephen A. Smith says he negotiated stepping down from “NBA Countdown” as part of his contract renewal. The “First ...

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 ...

After Molly Qerim departed ESPN in September 2025, the network has now revealed who the new co-host for First Take will be. The new host will officially debut on November 3, 2025, alongside veteran ...

ESPN frontman and First Take host Stephen A. Smith addressed former show moderator Molly Qerim's unexpected exit from the show and the network, while clearing up misconceptions of his involvement ...

The current co-host shines as the former makes her big comeback announcement.

DAYTONA BEACH — The Moore Gymnasium erupted as Stephen A. Smith, Cam Newton, Ryan Clark and Shae Cornette arrived at their seats for a live taping of ESPN’s “First Take” at Bethune-Cookman University ...

Shae Cornette will begin in her new role on ESPN’s “First Take” next Monday, replacing Molly Qerim as a host alongside Stephen A. Smith. The former “SportsCenter” anchor told the New York Post that ...

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 ...

Fans of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Houston Texans woke up bright and early to participate in the ESPN show "First Take" at Shorty's on the North Shore. Texans WR Nico Collins ruled out of wild-card ...

ESPN's "First Take" filmed a live episode at Bethune-Cookman University as part of its HBCU tour. The event highlighted Bethune-Cookman sports, featured athletic director Reggie Theus, and discussed ...