Longtime host Michael Wilbon steps away from ESPN due to ‘health issues’
Summary
ESPN host Michael Wilbon announced that he is taking a leave of absence because of multiple health issues. He said he hopes the break will not last long and aims to return to hosting Pardon the Interruption with Tony Kornheiser.Key Facts
- Wilbon announced his leave in a post on X on Monday.
- He described his health concerns as multiple issues but did not provide details.
- Wilbon said people close to him had noticed warning signs in recent years that he had largely ignored.
- He said his health issues are not related to alcohol or gambling.
- Wilbon's most recent appearance on Pardon the Interruption was October 26.
- Wilbon and Kornheiser have co-hosted the show for 25 years.
- Wilbon also appears on ESPN's NBA coverage.
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