Shannon Sharpe was fired from ESPN in July 2025 after he settled a $50 million rape and sexual assault lawsuit. Here's everything to know about why Shannon Sharpe was fired and the $50 million rape and sexual assault lawsuit he settled.

Shannon Sharpe won't be part of the "First Take" family this NFL season, which means ESPN is running out of time to find a suitable replacement. Back in April, the Hall of Famer stepped down from his role on "First Take" because he was sued for sexual assault and battery in Nevada civil

ESPN has parted ways with former NFL player and media personality Shannon Sharpe, just weeks after he settled a high-profile lawsuit involving sexual assault allegations from his ex-girlfriend. The decision comes after months of speculation about Sharpe’s future with the network following the legal controversy.