The New York Times

Molly Qerim, host of ESPN’s ‘First Take’ for 10 years, announces departure from network

Molly Qerim, the host of ESPN’s morning show “First Take” with Stephen A. Smith, is departing the network at the end of the year after spending a decade as host, she announced Monday night. Qerim, 41, ...
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 ...
Deadline.com

ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Picks Shae Cornette To Succeed Molly Qerim As Host

ESPN has chosen SportsCenter anchor Shae Cornette to take over as host of its flagship daytime talk show First Take. Molly Qerim, who hosted of the show headlined by Stephen A. Smith for 10 years, ...