ESPN Executive Editor David Roberts to Depart in August
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David Roberts, ESPN's executive vice president and executive editor of sports news and entertainment, will leave the company at the end of August. He oversaw major news operations and flagship shows like "SportsCenter," "First Take," and "Get Up." ESPN has not yet named a replacement for the role.
Facts First
- David Roberts will leave ESPN at the end of August.
- Roberts oversaw ESPN’s news operations, including "SportsCenter," "First Take," and digital and audio programming.
- He contributed to the development of shows "Get Up" and "First Take" and was involved in the 2021 launch of "NBA Today."
- ESPN has not named a replacement for his role.
- Roberts was the first Black news director in the history of both Ohio and Georgia before joining ESPN.
What Happened
Disney announced that David Roberts, ESPN's executive vice president and executive editor of sports news and entertainment, will leave the company at the end of August. Roberts has been with ESPN since 2004. He oversaw the network's news operations, investigative journalism, research, digital editorial, and all editions of "SportsCenter." He also managed studio shows including "First Take" and "Get Up," as well as ESPN’s audio programming and digital shows.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of ESPN's sports coverage, the leadership change may influence the tone and direction of the shows and news reporting you watch. The search for a new executive editor could lead to shifts in on-air talent or programming strategy over time.
What's Next
ESPN has not named a replacement for Roberts. The company may now begin a search for a new executive to lead its sports news and entertainment division, which could signal upcoming changes in its editorial and programming approach.