Michael Wilbon (/ ˈ w ɪ l b ɒ n / WIL-bon; born November 19, 1958 [1]) is an American commentator for ESPN and former sportswriter and columnist for The Washington Post. He is an analyst for ESPN and has co-hosted Pardon the Interruption on ESPN since 2001.

Michael Wilbon (/ ˈ w ɪ l b ɒ n / WIL-bon; born November 19, 1958 [1]) is an American commentator for ESPN and former sportswriter and columnist for The Washington Post. He is an analyst for ESPN and has co-hosted Pardon the Interruption on ESPN since 2001.

Oct 19, 2021 · Michael Wilbon is an American journalist who is currently working as a commentator at ESPN and is a former sportswriter and columnist for The Washington Post. He is an analyst for ESPN and has co-hosted Pardon the Interruption on ESPN with former Post writer Tony Kornheiser since 2001.

5 days ago · Michael Wilbon of ESPN looks on prior to the game between the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 15, 2025, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Jan 11, 2022 · A co-host of ESPN’s Pardon the Interruption and an analyst on NBA Countdown, ESPN and ABC’s longstanding NBA pregame show, Wilbon left The Washington Post in December 2010 after 31 years to assume an expanded role for the network.

5 days ago · DENVER, CO - JUNE 1: Michael Wilbon talks to the media during Game One of the 2023 NBA Finals on June 1, 2023 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Feb 26, 2025 · Michael Wilbon has made a significant impact on the world of sports journalism, particularly in the realm of college basketball. As a co-host of ESPN’s widely popular show “Pardon the Interruption,” he brings sharp analysis and engaging commentary to …

1 day ago · Michael Wilbon criticizes ESPN for its excessive focus on Bronny James, accusing the network of prioritizing buzz over meaningful basketball discussions. He and others, including Charles Barkley ...

1 day ago · So credit is due to Pardon the Interruption hosts Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon for knowing how they could weaponize their curmudgeonly ways to fool some baseball fans, for at least a while.

Co-host Michael Wilbon explained why and even criticized his network a bit for its coverage of the rookie guard (h/t Lakers Daily). Via OutKick: “And, look, I am a father, too,” Wilbon said ...