Molly Qerim Calls Out ESPN Over Alleged $500,000 Salary Insult

Molly Qerim, the composed yet assertive ESPN host known for her role in elevating “First Take” alongside Stephen A. Smith to unparalleled ratings, has successfully bounced back after her sudden exit. Her rise to prominence was bolstered by her elegance, poise, and undeniable charm. Following the resolution of the controversy surrounding her departure, it has become evident that negotiations between Qerim and ESPN faltered over a salary commensurate with her value to the show. This new chapter allows Qerim to carve out her own path within the media landscape. After completing her degree at the University of Connecticut, she marked her return on October 1st, staging her first substantial appearance since leaving the hit program. Originally from New Haven but raised in Cheshire, she also explored journalism at Quinnipiac University. Recently, the 41-year-old engaged in a Q&A event with UConn’s two-time NCAA champion coach, Dan Hurley, in Storrs, Connecticut, promoting his latest release, "Never Stop."