Marcello Hernández named host of 2026 ESPYS in New York
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Marcello Hernández is set to host the 2026 ESPYS on July 15 at the David H. Koch Theater in New York City. Known for his work on Saturday Night Live, Hernández brings enthusiasm for sports, having played soccer at John Carroll University. His hosting follows a tradition of comic hosts at the ESPYS, which first took place in New York. The event will be broadcast on ABC and available for streaming on various platforms the following day.
- •Hernández recently completed his fourth season on Saturday Night Live.
- •The ESPYS will air live from Lincoln Center at 8 p.m. ET.
- •Hernández expressed excitement about hosting in New York, highlighting his journey in comedy.
- •The show has a history of being hosted by various comedians.
- •The event can also be viewed on the ESPN App and streaming services.
- 2:24 PMESPN — Comedian Hernandez to host ESPYS on July 15
- 1:17 PMYahoo Sports — Comedian Marcello Hernández to host 2026 ESPY Awards
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Marcello Hernández to Host 2026 ESPYS
"Comedian Marcello Hernández will take the stage to celebrate the achievements, athletes and moments in sports from the past year as host of The ESPYS on July 15, it was announced Wednesday.
"The Saturday Night Live standout joins a long line of comedians to host the show.
"The ESPYS will return to New York City this July.
Sources
External links- ESPNJun 3, 2026, 2:24 PMComedian Hernandez to host ESPYS on July 15
Comedian Marcello Hernández will take the stage to celebrate the achievements, athletes and moments in sports from the past year as host of The ESPYS on July 15, it was announced Wednesday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 1:17 PMComedian Marcello Hernández to host 2026 ESPY Awards
The ESPYS will return to New York City this July.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 1:00 PMMarcello Hernández to Host 2026 ESPYS
The Saturday Night Live standout joins a long line of comedians to host the show.
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