:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(742x385:744x387)/Mike-Tirico-Speaks-Out-After-Rushing-Out-Kentucky-Derby-050525-tout-44d4d1db58d642f2ba1a94eda5c6f91a.jpg?ssl=1 "NBC’s Mike Tirico Forced to Rush Out of Kentucky Derby Coverage Due to Severe Nut Allergy. What Happened and Why He’s ‘Embarrassed’")
Mike Tirico had to leave NBC’s coverage of the 2025 Kentucky Derby due to a severe allergic reaction to nuts, which required him to use an EpiPen and receive treatment from EMTs. Ahmed Fareed stepped in to replace Tirico for the entire coverage after he felt unwell from the allergic episode. Following the incident, Tirico confirmed he was recovering and shared his lifelong struggle with nut allergies, emphasizing the importance of being aware and considerate of food allergies, especially during Food Allergy Awareness Month.
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