Michael Wilbon takes leave from ESPN to address health issues
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 7:54 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
Michael Wilbon, co-host of ESPN's 'Pardon the Interruption,' is taking a leave of absence to focus on health issues. The announcement was made public on November 2, 2026, but further details about his condition or the duration of his leave have not been disclosed. Wilbon has been a significant figure in sports commentary for many years, and his absence may impact coverage on ESPN. He is expected to return once he has addressed these health concerns.
- •Wilbon is taking a leave to address health issues.
- •He is a co-host on 'Pardon the Interruption.'
- •The announcement occurred on November 2, 2026.
- •Details about his health issues remain undisclosed.
- •His absence may impact ESPN's basketball coverage.
- 7:54 PMESPN — ESPN's Wilbon taking leave of absence to address health issues
"Michael Wilbon, the longtime ESPN commentator and co-host of "Pardon the Interruption," is taking a leave of absence to address health issues.
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