Suzy Kolber opens up on ESPN firing
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Suzy Kolber, after 27 years at ESPN and being laid off in 2023, is now executive producing a new series called "The Originals" on the Scripps Sports Network, which premieres on September 15.
- Kolber recounted the emotional experience of her layoff, including being informed her name was on a whiteboard for cuts and being restricted from speaking negatively about ESPN during her final contract year.
- Despite her long tenure and contributions to major ESPN franchises, the network chose not to publicly acknowledge her departure, prompting Kolber to share her own farewell post on social media.
- "The Originals" will feature in-depth interviews with sports trailblazers and is part of Scripps Sports Network's broader sports content, including live rights to various leagues and teams.
- Kolber expressed openness to future live TV opportunities but emphasized that being on television is not her primary goal, focusing instead on meaningful content creation.
