Stephen A. Smith unabashedly reveals the surprising reason why he has never been married
Shared why he believes marriage doesn’t fit into his life
Stephen A. Smith, one of ESPN’s most recognizable personalities, recently admitted that his demanding work schedule and personal outlook have kept him from ever walking down the aisle.
Speaking candidly on Cam’ron‘s Talk With Flee podcast, Smith shared why he believes marriage doesn’t fit into his life, offering a raw and honest take on his choices.
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Smith, who has been a staple on ESPN for years, revealed that his work ethic has been a significant barrier to relationships. With a schedule that reportedly keeps him working 330 days a year and traveling for 200 of those, Smith explained why he couldn’t commit to the idea of marriage.
“It is the reason why I’ve never been married,” he told Cam’ron. “Because I was on the road 200 days out of the year, and the fact of the matter is at that time it was no way in hell I was going to be faithful. I knew that, so why the hell am I going to sit up there and violate my marital vows knowing ahead of time I ain’t going to honor them?”
Fans React to Smith’s Brutal Honesty
While Smith‘s admission showcased a level of self-awareness, it sparked mixed reactions from fans, many of whom questioned the true motives behind his decision.
“Bro you don’t gotta get all articulate. Just say you enjoy having money and h**s,” one fan commented on social media.
Another added: “Men that wear sunglasses indoors regardless of the lighting are self-absorbed and can’t be trusted.”
Others dismissed his explanation altogether.
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“I don’t think that’s the reason,” one user wrote, while another recalled seeing Smith off-air frequently: “I coulda swore when I used to watch First Take, bro was gone every other month.”
Though Smith’s admission seems definitive, it raises questions about whether his perspective could shift if he met someone willing to accommodate his demanding lifestyle.
Will Caitlin Clark attend with Taylor Swift at Arrowhead for the Chiefs vs. Texans game?
Duel is set to take place on Saturday
The Kansas City Chiefs‘ matchup against the Houston Texans on Saturday could have an extra splash of star power, as rumors swirl about Caitlin Clark potentially joining Taylor Swift in cheering for the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium.
With Swift’s Eras Tour now wrapped up, fans eagerly anticipate her return to the Chiefs‘ suite, which she frequented during the early part of the season to support her boyfriend, Travis Kelce.
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However, a recent connection between Swift, Clark, and Kelce’s circle has sparked fresh speculation about Clark‘s possible appearance at the game.
The Swift-Clark connection
Clark, the Indiana Fever guard and reigning Time’s 2024 Athlete of the Year, revealed in a recent interview that Swift had extended her a personal invitation to attend a Chiefs game.
According to Time’s Sean Gregory, Swift sent Clark a handwritten note along with Eras Tour merchandise, calling her “inspiring to watch from afar” and expressing excitement about watching her play live at a Fever game. The note also included an invitation for Clark to join Swift at a Chiefs game.
The speculation gained traction when fans noticed that Clark had recently followed Arron Eanes, Kelce‘s manager, on Instagram. This social media connection has fueled predictions that Clark might accept Swift‘s invitation and make her way to Arrowhead Stadium this weekend.
Fan reaction
Swifties and Chiefs fans have taken to social media to discuss the potential meeting of two sports and entertainment icons.
“She’s going to that game on Saturday, I am convinced,” one fan commented.
