ESPN is losing one of its most recognizable personalities.
"SportsCenter" host Robert Flores announced Thursday he is leaving the network after 11 years for "more security and more creativity." He announced his decision in a lengthy post on his Facebook page. Flores said his new employer will be announced next month.
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Flores became part of the news last year when Lakers guard Nick Young, who's engaged to rapper Iggy Azalea, took offense to a jab Flores made at his fiancee. Never one to hold his tongue, Flores also called out fellow media members for their lack of criticism of Travis Kelce's touchdown celebrations in comparison to Cam Newton's.
People of Earth, How are you? In a few weeks, I'll be leaving ESPN. With almost 11 years in, I've never worked at a...
Posted by Robert Flores on Thursday, February 4, 2016