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ESPN Cuts Ties With Shannon Sharpe After $50 Million Lawsuit Settlement

The network severed its relationship with the Hall of Fame analyst less than two weeks after he reached a confidential settlement that resulted in a dismissal with prejudice.

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Former NFL football player and sports analyst Shannon Sharpe
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Shannon Sharpe during the 2024 RenderATL Tech Conference in Atlanta, Georgia.

Overview

  • On July 18, Sharpe and his accuser agreed to a private resolution in Clark County, Nevada, and the $50 million civil suit was dismissed with prejudice.
  • Sharpe has consistently denied any wrongdoing, calling the allegations a “shakedown” and maintaining the relationship was fully consensual.
  • ESPN’s decision ends Sharpe’s tenure on First Take and confirms he will not return to the network for the upcoming NFL season.
  • No criminal charges were filed against Sharpe in connection with the civil lawsuit’s claims of rape and sexual assault.
  • Sharpe will continue hosting his independent media ventures, including his Club Shay Shay and Nightcap podcasts.