Shannon Sharpe addresses make-up mishap after ‘First Take’ analyst goes viral with hilarious new look: ‘My appearance is not as important as my takes’

Shannon Sharpe took to social media to explain his viral new look on Monday’s episode of “First Take.”

Fans joked that Sharpe’s heavy makeup meant he looked like one “mean lunch lady” and a “witch” on the ESPN show.

After the episode, Sharpe took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to explain that a new makeup artist was behind the new look.

“I appreciate the concern about my makeup this morning on @FirstTake,” Sharpe tweeted.

Shannon Sharpe took to social media to explain his viral new look during Monday’s “First Take.”

Fans of the show noticed something different about the popular analyst this week

“This was her (first) time doing my makeup and it was a little tough. My appearance is important, not as important as my appearance.

“Hopefully the shooting was as usual (great). #LipSparringChamp #BestDressed #Espn’

One user replied to Sharpe’s tweet saying, “the poor girl is done,” to which Sharpe replied, “No she isn’t.” She gets better with my makeup. Isn’t this the end of the world.’

Viewers of the show widely reported Sharpe’s appearance with multiple tweets online

“Man, look what ESPN Shannon’s makeup department looked like this morning,” another user said while posting a photo of Sharpe.

“Why did they look like a witch?” asked another user.

“This is all I see,” said another person who posted an edited image of Sharpe with box braids and slightly altered clothing.

Sharpe joined ESPN earlier this fall after a long stint with FOX Sports and the show “Undisputed.”