Comedian, actor, and writer Shane Gillis has been announced as the host for The ESPYS, where he will honor the past year’s sports achievements, athletes, and memorable moments.
Gillis, currently in the middle of a global stand-up comedy tour visiting almost 40 cities, will join many celebrities at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles on July 16, at 8 p.m. ET, broadcast on ABC and ESPN+.
Shane Gillis performs at Madison Square Garden during Dave Chappelle’s 50th birthday celebration shows on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, in New York.
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“I’m excited to be at The ESPYS this year,” Gillis said in a statement. “I like sports so this should be a good time.”
Known for creating and starring in the Netflix show “Tires,” Gillis also co-hosts “Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast” alongside comedian Matt McCusker. His credits include appearances in a Super Bowl commercial with Peyton Manning and Post Malone, and in a digital spot promoting the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
“Shane is not only one of the top comedians today, but also a huge sports fan, which made him an easy choice to host The ESPYS,” said Craig Lazarus, ESPN vice president and executive producer of The ESPYS. “We are thrilled to work with him to create an entertaining show celebrating this year’s best moments in sports and are excited to see what he’ll do on stage.”
The ESPYS help to raise awareness and funds for the V Foundation for Cancer Research, the charity founded by ESPN and the late basketball coach Jim Valvano at the first ESPYS in 1993.
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