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ESPN Commentator Michael Wilbon Takes Indefinite Leave for Health Reasons

ESPN Commentator Michael Wilbon Takes Indefinite Leave for Health Reasons
World Sports · 07:59:16 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

ESPN commentator Michael Wilbon has announced an indefinite leave of absence to address health issues, according to a report from TheGrio on November 3, 2026.

Wilbon, a longtime analyst and co-host of "Pardon the Interruption," was last seen publicly covering Game Three of the 2024 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks in Dallas on June 12, 2024.

No further details about the nature of his health concerns or a timeline for his return have been disclosed.

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