Is Stephen a Smith on Vacation From First Take?

By Robert Palmer

There has been a lot of talk lately about whether or not Stephen A. Smith, the outspoken sports commentator and TV personality, is on vacation from his popular show, First Take. Some fans have noticed that he hasn’t been on the air as much recently, leading to speculation about his whereabouts and what this means for the show.

What We Know So Far

First of all, let’s clear up some misconceptions. While it’s true that Stephen A. Smith hasn’t been on First Take as much in recent weeks, he hasn’t actually been on vacation. According to sources close to him, he has been dealing with some personal issues and has needed to take some time off to address them.

What Those Personal Issues Are

As for what those personal issues are, we don’t have a lot of information. Stephen A. Smith is known for being a private person when it comes to his personal life, so it’s not surprising that he hasn’t shared many details publicly. However, there have been rumors swirling around social media that he may be dealing with a health issue or family crisis.

What This Means for First Take

So far, First Take has soldiered on without Stephen A. Smith. The show’s other regular contributors such as Max Kellerman and Molly Qerim have taken over hosting duties in his absence, and they’ve done a great job of keeping things engaging and entertaining.

However, there’s no denying that Stephen A. Smith is one of the most popular personalities on the show (and in sports media more broadly), so his absence has definitely been felt by fans. Some have even speculated that the show’s ratings may suffer if he doesn’t return soon.

  • It’s worth noting that this isn’t the first time Stephen A. Smith has taken time off from First Take.
  • He took a brief hiatus in 2019, reportedly to attend to a family matter.
  • During that time, his absence was also felt by fans, but the show managed to stay afloat without him.

What Happens Next?

At this point, it’s unclear when Stephen A. Smith will return to First Take. Some reports have suggested that he may be back on the air as early as next week, while others have indicated that he may need more time off.

Regardless of what happens next, one thing is for sure: Stephen A. Smith’s absence has reminded us just how much we value his contributions to the show and to sports media as a whole. Here’s hoping that he is able to take all the time he needs to address his personal issues and return to the airwaves soon.