ESPN host Michael Wilbon takes indefinite leave over health issues
The gist
ESPN host Michael Wilbon announced an indefinite leave from his PTI and NBA duties, citing multiple health issues.
The 67-year-old's absence pulls a 25-year mainstay off ESPN's most-watched daily studio show.
How it unfolded
- 2001Wilbon began co-hosting "Pardon the Interruption" alongside Tony Kornheiser at ESPN.
- 2008Wilbon suffered a minor heart attack and was subsequently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.
- Nov 2, 2026Wilbon announced on his X account an indefinite leave of absence from his PTI and NBA duties at ESPN and ABC, citing "struggles with multiple health issues" in recent months.