Overview

• Mike Tirico suffered a severe nut allergy reaction during NBC's live coverage of the Kentucky Derby on May 3, requiring an EpiPen and EMT treatment.
• Ahmed Fareed stepped in to complete the broadcast as Tirico recovered later that evening, feeling well enough to resume normal activities by May 5.
• Appearing on the TODAY show, Tirico shared insights into managing lifelong food allergies and emphasized the importance of reading labels and asking questions about food safety.
• Tirico acknowledged the personal significance of advocating for food allergy awareness, noting that his son also has a nut allergy and highlighting May as Food Allergy Awareness Month.
• He expressed gratitude for the support he received and confirmed plans to return to NBC’s Preakness Stakes coverage in the coming weeks.