ESPN announced today that Shae Cornette will be the new host of First Take . Cornette will make her official debut on Monday, Nov. 3 after serving as a fill-in host for the signature morning debate show over the last several years.
Cornette has been a longstanding anchor on SportsCenter and a mainstay across ESPN studio programming since joining ESPN in 2020. She is known for her dynamic presence, extensive knowledge and confident command of conversation, making her a respected and recognizable voice across television, radio and streaming.
“Shae is meticulous in her preparation, connects naturally with our show’s high-profile personalities, and has a unique ability to keep lively debate engaging and on point,” said David Roberts, Executive Vice President, Executive Editor, Sp

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