Suzy Kolber’s impressive run at ESPN sadly came to an end Friday when she announced on Twitter that she had been a part of the latest round of layoffs that are taking place at the sports network.
Kolber spent 27 years at ESPN and was well-known for all of the NFL coverage she handled during those years, including most recently being the host of Monday Night Countdown.
A number of well-known names have been let go by ESPN on Friday, including lead NBA analyst Jeff Van Gundy, which was stunning news for basketball fans.
Kolber announced her news on Twitter, saying she’s grateful for her time at ESPN and that she’s looking forward to her next project:
Today I join the many hard-working colleagues who have been laid off.
— Suzy Kolber (@SuzyKolber) June 30, 2023
Heartbreaking-but 27 years at ESPN was a good run.
So grateful for a 38 yr career!
Longevity for a woman in this business is something I’m especially proud of.
Next step- a project that gives back. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/URitozP0LQ
Former ESPN co-workers and NFL fans paid tribute to Kolber following her announcement:
Suzy Kolber is a pioneer and a legend. She, like others laid off today, always will be remembered and missed. https://t.co/yVODbL7lDl
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 30, 2023
Today I join the many hard-working colleagues who have been laid off.
— Suzy Kolber (@SuzyKolber) June 30, 2023
Heartbreaking-but 27 years at ESPN was a good run.
So grateful for a 38 yr career!
Longevity for a woman in this business is something I’m especially proud of.
Next step- a project that gives back. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/URitozP0LQ
Never will forget that first day meeting Stuart and you. He wadded up a script and threw it at me. I threw it back. You gave it that look…like this is going to be something..& it was. Good run, Suzy. ❤️ https://t.co/I4PvWtBi1p
— Kenny Mayne (@Kenny_Mayne) June 30, 2023
The consummate pro 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 https://t.co/UyZMnBNyLl
— Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) June 30, 2023
In the middle of the Damar Hamlin chaos, it was Suzy Kolber ESPN turned to in studio to anchor the coverage. She handled it with professionalism, grace and kept analysts from veering into speculation. An absolute shame to see her go. https://t.co/CsraWdA5Do
— Blake Schuster (@Schustee) June 30, 2023
all time run 🫡 https://t.co/7mAbTro0rl
— charles (“you look good” - andy reid) mcdonald (@FourVerts) June 30, 2023
i actually can't imagine ESPN without suzy kolber https://t.co/HAuulRI38v
— Denny Carter (@CDCarter13) June 30, 2023
When I was a clueless 18-year-old wanting to work in sports, Suzy Kolber took a phone call, gave me advice, and created connections that directly led to my career in football.
— Ben Marx (@ben_marx15) June 30, 2023
She’s as genuine as they come. ESPN lost a great today, but excited to see what’s next. https://t.co/uXMnmOImia
Suzy is very good at her job and was a very good cubicle neighbor back in the day. Suzy cares about people. Congratulations on a long, successful run. https://t.co/90EKSHCAv9
— Joe Schad (@schadjoe) June 30, 2023
Suzy Kolber is no longer with ESPN after 27 years, she announces. One of the best. https://t.co/cEF1K8VvbI
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) June 30, 2023
