Stuart Scott's Legacy Lives On: Inside ESPN's 'Boo-Yah' 30 for 30 Premiere

Lead: ESPN icon Stuart Scott is back in the spotlight as the network prepares to debut its new 30 for 30 documentary, “Boo-Yah: A Portrait of Stuart Scott,” on December 10 at 9 p.m. ET, exactly a decade after the beloved SportCenter anchor’s passing. Fans, former colleagues, and the V Foundation are uniting to honor the sportscaster whose catchphrases changed the sound of highlight culture—and whose brave fight against cancer inspired millions. Why Stuart Scott Is Trending Again The surge in searches began after ESPN dropped a teaser for the documentary, promising never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage, interviews with Scott’s daughters Taelor and Sydni, and reflections from Chris Berman, Robin Roberts, Kenny Smith, and other media heavyweights. USA Today’s early review calls the film an “emotional slam dunk,” noting that it captures the analyst’s authenticity and cultural impact as well as his courageous final public speech at the 2014 ESPYS. Key Details About “Boo-Yah: A Portrait of Stuart Scott” • Premiere: Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, 9 p.m. ET on ESPN and ESPN+ • Director: Marquis Daisy (known for “The U”) • Runtime: 90 minutes • Focus: Scott’s rise from local news in North Carolina to SportsCenter stardom, his catchphrases “Boo-yah!” and “cooler than the other side of the pillow,” and the family-first mindset that guided his public battle with cancer. • Sponsors & Partners: Modelo Especial and The V Foundation, who teamed up to spotlight Scott’s push to widen cancer research in underserved communities. 10-Year Milestones and Charitable Tie-Ins The film’s debut anchors a week-long “Boo-Yah” event series benefiting the V Foundation, highlighted by a gala in New York City where auction proceeds will fund appendiceal cancer studies—the rare form that took Scott’s life. ESPN personalities will also co-host a “Cool Side of the Pillow” livestream encouraging viewers to donate in Scott’s name. What Colleagues Are Saying • Robin Roberts: “Stu proved you can be unapologetically yourself on national TV and viewers will ride with you.” • Kenny Smith: “He turned highlights into hip-hop verses before anyone thought that was possible.” • longtime producer Tim Corrigan: “We still time show opens to his original catchphrase cadence.” Impact on Sports Media and Pop Culture Stuart Scott helped re-write the rules of studio sports television. By mixing hip-hop slang, inside-jokes, and pop-culture references, he made ESPN must-watch television for a generation that grew up on mixtapes and sneaker culture. His influence can be heard today across NFL RedZone punch-lines, NBA on TNT banter, and social-media highlight reels that adopt his rhythm. The documentary explains how Scott’s embrace of Black vernacular speech on a global platform reshaped on-air authenticity standards for BIPOC broadcasters. How to Watch and Join the Conversation • TV & Streaming: ESPN, ESPN+, and on-demand following the premiere. • Social Media: Use #BooYahDoc, #StuartScott, and #CoolSide to share memories and live reactions. • Donate: Visit V.org/StuartScott to contribute to the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund. Bottom Line The 10-year anniversary of Stuart Scott’s passing has reignited appreciation for a trailblazer who fused sports, culture, and humanity with every “Boo-yah!” ESPN’s new documentary, supported by a nationwide charitable push, ensures the next generation understands why he will always be cooler than the other side of the pillow—and why his legacy still matters in the fight against cancer today.