Ernie Johnson addresses health and career changes at 70 years old
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 11:59 AM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Ernie Johnson, now 70, recently spoke candidly about his health and career during an address. He reflected on personal challenges, including his son Michael's battle with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Johnson plans to reduce his workload after recovery from bypass surgery while maintaining involvement with the NCAA basketball tournament for TNT and CBS. He intends to focus on his production company, 32 Bowties, emphasizing positive sports stories.
- •Johnson shared reflections on his cancer diagnoses and family struggles.
- •He plans to continue with NCAA basketball coverage for TNT and CBS.
- •Johnson aims to highlight 'feel-good' sports stories through his company.
- •He expresses gratitude to colleagues while restructuring his commitments.
- 11:59 AMYahoo Sports — Wednesday, Johnson, now 70, spoke alone. “It’s just …
"Wednesday, Johnson, now 70, spoke alone. “It’s just …
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