Mike Tirico opens up about his Kentucky Derby exit

NBC Sports' Mike Tirico joins TODAY to share an update on his condition after he left the Kentucky Derby broadcast early due to a significant reaction to his nut allergy. "I ate something that had a nut in it. Wasn't feeling well, couldn't go on with the show, took an EpiPen shot, got treated by EMTs, " he said. Tirico also thanks Ahmed Fareed who filled in for him on short notice and viewers who reached out with well wishes.

May 5, 2025 | VIEW IN BROWSER On the Show TOP MOMENT Mike Tirico opens up about allergic reaction during Kentucky Derby NBC Sports' Mike Tirico joins TODAY to share an update on his condition after he left the Kentucky Derby broadcast early due to a significant reaction to his nut allergy. "I ate something that had a nut in it. Wasn't feeling well, couldn't go on with the show, took an EpiPen shot, got treated by EMTs, " he said. Tirico also thanks Ahmed Fareed who filled in for him on short notice and viewers who reached out with well wishes. READ MORE Who is the best TV mom? Vote in TODAY's bracket WATCH NOW Why Nate Bargatze's book 'Big Dumb Eyes' includes blank pages WATCH NOW History teacher shares inspiring mission to recruit more educators WATCH NOW SAW IT ON TODAY 3RD HOUR OF TODAY Al Roker gets an inside look at the 2025 Met Gala costume exhibit WATCH NOW TODAY WITH JENNA & FRIENDS Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers are setting their own rules of culture WATCH NOW SHOP TODAY Calling all educators! Teacher Appreciation Week is here, and we found the best deals WATCH NOW Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters Copyright © 2025 TODAY | 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION | UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | SEND FEEDBACK