John Brenkus’ Tragic Passing: The Untold Details Behind the “Sport Science” Host’s Death
John Brenkus, the Emmy-winning host and creator of ESPN’s “Sport Science,” died by suicide on May 31, 2025, at the age of 54, according to the Virginia Department of Health, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner His family announced that Brenkus had been battling depression for a prolonged period and ultimately lost his fight with the illness. Brenkus was widely recognized for making complex scientific concepts accessible to sports fans, hosting nearly,800 segments and earning six Emmy Awards for his work. His passing was confirmed in a statement posted to his official X account and the...