"Bayless will join Stephen A. Smith on Friday's episode of the popular sports debate show in what the network describes as 'a one-time reunion' between the two men who haven't hosted the program together in nearly 10 years."
"After leaving ESPN, Bayless joined Fox Sports, where he co-hosted similarly formatted show 'Undisputed' - for much of the time with co-host Shannon Sharpe - from 2016- to 2024."
"In 2024, Smith addressed rumors of Bayless possibly re-joining 'First Take.' 'Skip Bayless and Stephen A. Smith, together as partners, working across from each other on a debate show, is over,' Smith said on his podcast."
Skip Bayless is set to return to ESPN's 'First Take' for a special episode, marking a reunion with Stephen A. Smith after almost ten years. Bayless co-hosted the show from its launch in 2007 until his departure in 2016, when he joined Fox Sports' 'Undisputed.' Smith, who currently hosts 'First Take' with Shae Cornette, initiated Bayless's guest appearance despite previously stating their partnership was over. Bayless has since hosted a podcast and contributed to other sports shows.
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