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Suzy Kolber Details Emotional ESPN Exit and Launches New Interview Series

Former ESPN anchor Suzy Kolber has detailed her 2023 termination and the emotional fallout, revealing that she was warned of her impending layoff weeks in advance. Kolber, who spent 27 years at the network, described a painful transition period but has since launched a new interview series, 'The Originals,' on the Scripps Sports Network. The show premieres on September 15, featuring high-profile guests in sports and media.

via New York Post|

#espn #media-layoffs #scripps-sports-network

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Scott Van Pelt and Laura Rutledge Top Contenders for Monday Night Countdown Hosting Role

Scott Van Pelt and Laura Rutledge are the leading candidates to replace Suzy Kolber as the host of Monday Night Countdown on ESPN, following Kolber's recent departure. Van Pelt, who already hosts the post-game SportsCenter, may potentially perform double duty if he takes on the new role. ESPN will also need to find a replacement for Steve Young on Monday nights.

via NBC Sports|

#espn #laura-rutledge #monday-night-countdown

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

ESPN Cuts On-Air Talent, Including Jeff Van Gundy and Suzy Kolber

ESPN is undergoing a companywide shakeup, resulting in the layoff of as many as 20 on-air employees, including longtime anchor Suzy Kolber, NBA commentators Jeff Van Gundy and Jalen Rose, college basketball analyst LaPhonso Ellis, "First Take" and "Around the Horn" contributor Max Kellerman, NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Steve Young, NFL Draft analyst Todd McShay, and ESPN anchor Ashley Brewer. The layoffs are part of Disney's cost-cutting measures, with about 7,000 employees expected to lose their jobs.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#espn #layoffs #nba-commentators

sports3 years ago•4 min saved

"ESPN Cuts Well-Known On-Air Talent, Including Jeff Van Gundy and Suzy Kolber"

ESPN has announced a new round of layoffs, with around 20 on-air talent expected to be affected as the network downsizes for the streaming era. Notable cuts include NBA color commentator Jeff Van Gundy and longtime reporter Suzy Kolber. The layoffs are part of a larger effort by ESPN's parent company, Disney, to reduce costs and deliver promised savings. This marks the third wave of layoffs at ESPN this year, with previous cuts focused on the executive ranks. The network has been transitioning to a direct-to-consumer future and has already shed over 1,000 jobs in recent years.

via The Washington Post|

#espn #jeff-van-gundy #layoffs

sports3 years ago•0 min saved

ESPN Shakeup: Suzy Kolber, Steve Young, and Keyshawn Johnson Among 20 On-Air Personalities Let Go

Suzy Kolber, host of ESPN's pregame show for Monday Night Football since 2015, announced on social media that she is among the on-air employees being laid off by the company. Kolber expressed gratitude for her 27-year career at ESPN and mentioned her next step will involve a project that gives back. Former NFL receiver Keyshawn Johnson has also reportedly been let go in the layoffs.

via NBC Sports|

#espn #keyshawn-johnson #layoffs