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Meet Shae Cornette, the new host of ‘First Take’

A new era at “First Take” will soon begin. One month after host Molly Qerim abruptly left the ESPN program and the network, it was announced in October 2025 that “SportsCenter” anchor Shae Cornette ...
Heavy.com

Stephen A. Smith Sends Message About New ‘First Take’ Cohost

ESPN has officially named Shae Cornette as the new host of First Take, replacing longtime anchor Molly Qerim just days before the NBA season tips off, Front Office Sports reports. Cornette will join ...
Sports Illustrated

Cam Newton Returns To ESPN & First Take With A Multi-Year Deal, Added To HBCU Tour

Cam Newton and ESPN have entered into a new multi-year agreement, returning to First Take with Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim. This move marks an expanded partnership that reinforces Newton's ...
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ESPN’s Molly Qerim replacement kicks off new ‘First Take’ era

Shae Cornette made her debut as new “First Take” host on Monday as the ESPN morning show embarks on a new era. Cornette, 39, is replacing Molly Qerim after the former host abruptly left the network in ...