New York Daily News

Molly Qerim leaving ESPN’s ‘First Take’ after a decade; Stephen A. Smith pays tribute

Molly Qerim is leaving the ESPN morning show after a decade as its host, she confirmed Tuesday. “Hosting this show has been one of the greatest honors of my career,” Qerim wrote on social media.
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 ...
Yahoo! Sports

ESPN’s First Take Finds Molly Qerim’s Replacement

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 ...
Yahoo! Sports

ESPN's ‘First Take’ Will Find a New Host After Molly Qerim’s Exit

One of the most shocking developments in the sports media world will have a swift resolution. Earlier this week, longtime host Molly Qerim announced that she would be leaving "First Take." Qerim was a ...
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 ...
Men's Journal

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

View post: Landon Donovan on His Best World Cup Memories, Comparisons to 2026 USMNT Squad and eBay Live Partnership (Exclusive) Shae Cornette named permanent host of ESPN’s First Take, replacing Molly ...
New York Post

Molly Qerim not on ESPN’s ‘First Take’ as Stephen A. Smith opens with tribute: ‘We’ll miss her’

After announcing her departure from ESPN on Monday, Molly Qerim was not on “First Take” Tuesday morning. Stephen A. Smith is hosting the show for the rest of the week and opened with a tribute to ...
The Spun on MSN

Stephen A Smith is now publicly calling out his 'First Take' guests

Stephen A. Smith isn't holding back on "First Take" these days. The longtime ESPN star is turning heads with his criticism of ...
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 ...
Heavy.com

Molly Qerim Reacts to Shocking ESPN First Take News

Veteran sportscaster Molly Qerim has confirmed reports that she will leave “ESPN First Take” at the end of 2025. Qerim noted on Instagram that she didn’t want her departure to be leaked by a ...
Men's Journal

ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Will Find a New Host After Molly Qerim’s Exit

View post: ‘One of the Toughest Losses of My Career’: American Star Ben Shelton Stunned in First Round at Wimbledon One of the most shocking developments in the sports media world will have a swift ...