Fans now have more information as to why a familiar face abruptly left NBC’s set during its coverage of the Kentucky Derby. Veteran broadcaster Mike Tirico, who lives in Ann Arbor, confirmed what was said on the broadcast on Saturday: He had a significant reaction to a nut allergy.

NBC Sports host Mike Tirico said Monday he is feeling fine after having to leave the Kentucky Derby broadcast early over the weekend because of a strong reaction to a nut allergy. "I've had a nut allergy my whole life and am usually very,

Veteran NBC sportscaster Mike Tirico was forced to exit his ninth consecutive Kentucky Derby broadcast on Saturday. The reason? It was due to a severe reaction from a lifelong nut allergy, a condition he detailed on NBC’s Today show Monday morning.