According to Bob Ley, he will be retiring from ESPN at the end of this month.
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Ley made the announcement via Twitter on Wednesday morning noting that his decision to move on is “entirely his decision” and that his health is good.
Too many folks to thank individually, right now, but know that I have you all in my mind and my heart. Some news to share: pic.twitter.com/Qydhpcy4MV
— Bob Ley (@BobLeyESPN) June 26, 2019
Ley, who is best know for his amazing work on Outside the Lines, has been with ESPN for 40 years.
He specifically thanked ESPN president Jimmy Pitaro for his patience over the the past months.
“Through the decades, and my innumerable experiences at ESPN, I have built many deep and fulfilling friendships. You know who you are. I hope you also know how much you mean to me. We have shared an American story unlike any other. And we will continue to do so in the years ahead.
“I have been gifted by our viewers and consumers with a precious commodity – your trust. To be invited into your homes was a privilege I never took for granted, one I worked each day to uphold. Thank you for that.
“In September, I signed off my last show saying, “I’ll catch you on the flip side.” Now it’s time to take that vinyl off the turntable (ask your folks), flip it over, and drop the needle on the B-side. There are always great cuts, and hidden gems on the B-side.
“Thank you for a great run.”
Pitaro released the following statement.
ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro on Bob Ley's announcement pic.twitter.com/aMxTKFPXht
— ESPN PR (@ESPNPR) June 26, 2019
Ley first joined ESPN as a SportsCenter anchor on Sept. 9, 1979.
