Michael Wilbon Takes Leave From ESPN for Health Reasons

Michael Wilbon is taking an indefinite leave from ESPN to address several health issues. The long-time host of Pardon the Interruption said his recent struggles had left him exhausted, and that the break will cover both his work on the show and his NBA duties.

Wilbon has co-hosted PTI with Tony Kornheiser since it began in 2001, and also works as a studio analyst for ESPN’s NBA coverage. He said he has diabetes and linked his health problems to ignoring issues amid frequent overnight flights. Pablo Torre and Frank Isola will guest-host PTI this week, while other NBA analysts cover his duties; ESPN said it supports him and looks forward to his return when he is ready.