ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith signs $100 million contract extension
Stephen A. Smith, the popular ESPN personality known for his fiery sports debate show appearances, has signed a new five-year, $100 million contract with the network. The deal allows Smith to continue appearing on “First Take,” the popular morning debate show, while also granting him the flexibility to scale back other ESPN appearances and potentially explore opportunities on other networks.
As one of ESPN’s most well-known talents, Smith has the freedom to opine on a variety of topics, including the NBA and politics. While he will no longer be a figurehead of the NBA pregame show next season, fans can expect to see him in a variety of roles across ESPN programming. Smith’s influence extends beyond sports, as he has discussed political issues on his show and even made an appearance on Fox News.
Despite speculation about a potential presidential run in 2028, Smith has dismissed the idea, stating on “The Tonight Show” that he has no interest in pursuing a political career. The contract extension solidifies Smith’s position as a key voice on ESPN and further cements his status as one of the network’s most popular personalities.
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