ESPN fired Marly Rivera, a well-known journalist in the baseball world, for being disrespectful to a fellow female reporter following a disagreement. As per various reports, Rivera used a derogatory term during her confrontation with Ivon Gaete.
Marly Rivera is a respected journalist in the baseball world. She has covered Major League Baseball (MLB) for several news outlets, especially ESPN. She had been working with ESPN since the early 2000s. Over the years, Rivera has earned a reputation as a knowledgeable and respected voice in the industry.
What Led To The Incident Between Rivera and Gaete?
According to The New York Post, Rivera and Ivon Gaete tried to interview New York Yankees player Aaron Judge on April 18th, 2023. Rivera alleged that she had already scheduled an interview with Judge, but she was ignored by Gaete. During the argument, Rivera hurled an expletive that starts with the letter “c” and was captured on video.
How Did ESPN React To The Incident?
ESPN quickly investigated the matter while suspending Rivera’s Indefinity. After the completion was the ongoing investigation, ESPN terminated her contract. In a statement to USA TODAY Sports on Wednesday, ESPN confirmed that Rivera “no longer works here.”
Marly Rivera’s bio is no longer listed along with the network’s other employees.
What Was The Response Of Marly Rivera?
Marly Rivera made a public apology acknowledging that her frustration and anger did not justify her behavior. In a statement to New York Post, Rivera said,
“I fully accept responsibility for what I said, which I should not have; there were extenuating circumstances, but that in no way is an excuse for my actions.”
Although she also told The Post,
“I am a professional with a sterling reputation across baseball, I do believe that I am being singled out by a group of individuals with whom I have a long history of professional disagreements.”
Following the incident, ESPN restated its dedication to maintaining high standards of discipline and professionalism across its network. This incident highlighted that journalists and media reporters must adhere to the principles of integrity and respect in their work as well as their personal lives.
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