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Entertainment News / Yardbarker / October 22
‘Pardon the Interruption’ has shaped modern sports media, for better or for worse
In a media world where television programming is either a revolving door or sticks around for a few years at best, very few shows are able to stand the test of time and stay on the air for decades.
Olympics News / The Spun / October 20
Tony Reali Is Reuniting With Michael Wilbon, Tony Kornheiser Tonight
Tony Reali got his start on “Pardon The Interruption” before becoming the longtime host of “Around The Horn.” More than a year after his ESPN exit, Reali reunited with two company mainstays.
'Pardon The Interruption' Made 11-Year History On ESPN In September
Even though “Pardon the Interruption” has been around since the fall of 2001, Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon are still crushing it in the ratings department.
Entertainment News / Total Pro Sports / October 1
Michael Wilbon Calls Out ESPN Over Major Snub After 25 Years
Michael Wilbon has spent more than two decades at ESPN, but the longtime sports media personality still has plenty to say about the network. Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser are approaching the 25th anniversary of Pardon the Interruption, which debuted on ESPN in October 2001.
ESPN To Officially Pay Tribute To Michael Wilbon, Tony Kornheiser's Iconic 25-Year Career In February 2027
“Pardon the Interruption” hosts Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser can officially add another accomplishment to their résumés. It was confirmed this Tuesday that Wilbon and Kornheiser received the 43rd Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism.
Michael Wilbon Would Consider Doing 'PTI' Without Tony Kornheiser - On One Condition
Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser have been doing ESPN's "Pardon The Interruption" together for more than 20 years. The longtime Washington Post columnists and friends have teamed up for one of the best shows in sports TV history.
Tony Kornheiser Is Very Disappointed By The 2026 NBA Playoffs
It isn't exactly hard to annoy ESPN's Tony Kornheiser these days, but he did have an interesting complaint about the state of the NBA playoffs this year.
The 25 most memorable fictional sports media figures
Every sports fan has his or her favorite commentator, analyst, columnist, or media personality. However, some of the sports' best media types aren't even real.
Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / November 25
For Wizards, Moral Victories Are Back on the Menu, Because Real Ones Aren’t 
Back in 1991, the Washington football team got off to a 4-0 start, and Washington Post columnist Tony Kornheiser wrote a column about jumping on the team’s bandwagon.
ESPN extends 'Pardon The Interruption' run
"Pardon The Interruption" will remain on ESPN past its 25-year anniversary, with hosts Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon signing multiyear contract extensions, the network said Tuesday.
ESPN makes decision on future of ‘Pardon the Interruption’
Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser will be continuing to shoot the breeze for several more years to come. ESPN has agreed to three-year contract extensions with both Wilbon and Kornheiser, John Ourand of Puck reported on Monday.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 18, 2025
ESPN's Tony Kornheiser goes to bat for Hornets after Paul George diss
Paul George has come under fire for his comments about the Charlotte Hornets. The Philadelphia 76ers forward said he'd never choose Charlotte in free agency because it would signify that his career as a player is over.
MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / July 15, 2025
Brewers-Red Sox Debate Emerges: Which Team 'Better Positioned'?
Who is a more dangerous World Series threat, the Milwaukee Brewers or the Boston Red Sox? It’s a random but increasingly important question in Major League Baseball these days, as Milwaukee and Boston entered the All-Star break as the two hottest teams in the bigs.
ESPN Reportedly Makes Decision On 'Pardon The Interruption'
With the cancellation of Around The Horn, Pardon The Interruption with Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser remains one of the only longtime afternoon variety shows at ESPN.
College Football Playoff Predicted to Make Massive Change to Current Format
The College Football Playoff jumped from four teams to 12 teams in 2024, and the product arguably suffered with blowout after blowout throughout the first
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 17, 2024
Report: ESPN considering unusual idea to replace 'Around the Horn'
We learned earlier this month that ESPN had decided to cancel "Around the Horn."
Entertainment News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20, 2024
ESPN reportedly bringing back popular old show
ESPN is reportedly bringing back a show that enjoyed significant success over a nearly three-decade run.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 3, 2020
April 6 in sports history: Duke wins second straight national title
Led by Grant Hill and Christian Laettner, the Duke Blue Devils (34-2) routed Michigan and its “Fab Five” freshmen, 71-51, to win their second consecutive NCAA hoops title on April 6, 1992. Here's other big sports news on this date through the years.
Ranking every People's Choice Awards host
This year marks the 45th People’s Choice Award event, and what’s an award show without a good host?
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