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“First Take” has a new host.

Longtime “SportsCenter” anchor Shae Cornette will move over to the popular sports debate show that stars analyst Stephen A. Smith, ESPN announced Thursday morning.

Cornette is one of several people to fill in as guest host after Molly Qerim left the show last month.

“Hosting First Take is no easy assignment. It requires confidence, toughness, and real sports insight — and Shae brings all of that and more,” Smith, who is also the show’s executive producer, said in a statement released by ESPN. “I’ve seen her command the desk with poise and passion every time she’s hosted. She’s the real deal, and I’m thrilled to have her officially join the team.”

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