Jaymee Sire

Jaymee Sire is a prominent American television host and sports commentator, renowned for her dynamic presence in the sports and food television industries. After graduating magna cum laude from Washington State University in 2002, Sire began her career at KRTV in Great Falls, Montana, where she honed her reporting skills. She then moved to KFMB in San Diego, where her talent shone through, earning her the Pacific Southwest Emmy Award for Best Sports Story in 2007 and the RTNA Southern California Golden Mic Award in 2004 for Best Feature Reporting.

In 2013, Sire joined ESPN, where she played a pivotal role in launching SportsCenter:AM, the network’s early morning flagship show. Her engaging reporting style and expertise made her a key figure in the program, and she also served as a sideline reporter for the Little League World Series. Despite facing challenges, including a layoff in 2017, Sire’s resilience led her to pivot towards food television, showcasing her versatility as a broadcaster.

Transitioning to the culinary world, Sire became a familiar face on the Food Network, appearing as a guest co-host on “Beat Bobby Flay” and serving as a judge on Season 13 of “Food Network Star.” Her role as the floor reporter for “Iron Chef Showdown” further solidified her reputation in food media. In 2019, she began hosting live classes on the Food Network Kitchen app, engaging audiences with her culinary insights.

In December 2020, Sire launched “Food Network Obsessed,” the network’s first-ever podcast, which quickly gained recognition and was nominated for a Webby Award in 2022. Through her diverse career, Jaymee Sire has consistently demonstrated her passion for storytelling and her ability to connect with audiences, making her a respected figure in both sports and food entertainment.