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Mike Tirico Blames ‘Snack Grazing’ for Nut Allergy Reaction at Kentucky Derby


Mike Tirico left the 2025 Kentucky Derby after a severe nut allergy reaction disrupted his live broadcast at Churchill Downs

Sports anchor Mike Tirico departed the Kentucky Derby early Saturday, May 3, due to a mystery illness that turned out to be a “significant” nut allergy. Just a significant reaction to my nut allergy,” Tirico, 58, said via X o n Saturday, updating concerned fans who noticed his abrupt exit from the day’s live festivities. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end is a three-time Super Bowl champion, cohosts a wildly successful podcast with his brother and is dating Taylor Swift, one of the most famous people on the planet.

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