ESPN's Jay Harris Reveals Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Jay Harris, a 60-year-old longtime ESPN 'SportsCenter' anchor, announced on Good Morning America that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and will undergo surgery on June 10, planning to take about a month off for recovery. Harris stated that his latest scans show the cancer has not spread, and his doctor is optimistic about a full recovery. Motivated by his family's history with the disease—his father and other relatives also had prostate cancer—Harris hopes to encourage men to discuss health issues and get regular screenings. He has received support from family, friends, and ESPN colleagues, including fellow cancer survivors Hannah Storm and Brian Custer. Harris noted that over 310,000 new cases of prostate cancer are projected in the U.S. in 2025. He aims to use his platform to raise awareness and reduce stigma around men's health issues.