ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith Talks Why He Forced Co-Host Max Kellman Off The Show
Stephen A. Smith has become a top personality at ESPN, with a hefty new contract in tow.
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That has also led to more power behind the scenes and control over the shows he appears on. Recently, Smith talked about why he forced his First Take co-host Max Kellerman off the show. To see why Smith thought there needed to be changes, read Knewz.com