Capping off an extra-ordinary chapter of her professional journey, popular host Gabby Durden has announced her sudden departure from the League of Legends Championship Series (LCS) broadcasting team. This news comes just before the start of the much-anticipated 2024 season, creating a big shake in the eSports scene.
Durden shared this life-changing announcement on her Twitter account. In her post, she expressed gratitude towards her colleagues, the audience, and the whole eSports community who stood by her and expressed their appreciation for her work over the years. She did not give specifics on why she chose to depart from the LCS team at such a critical time, nor did she detail her future plans.
Durden's work and her unique personality have been integral to the LCS broadcasts. She has been widely recognized for her incredible knowledge of eSports and her ability to engage the audience with insightful discussions. Her sudden departure leaves a major gap in the LCS hosting team, which they will have to promptly fill before the season starts.
As the dust settles on Durden’s sudden departure, speculation has begun to swirl over her replacement. Considering the important role she played in the team, LCS will have to find a replacement that would be able to carry on the legacy Durden left behind. This has lead to intense discussions and debates within the eSports community as to who will be the next host of the LCS broadcast, though no official announcements have been made.
While it is unclear where Durden's path will lead her next, it is evident that her absence will be felt deeply in the LCS broadcasts. One can only hope that whatever venture she embarks on next, she would continue sharing her in-depth knowledge of eSports and keep captivating the audience with her impactful presentation.
The League of Legends Championships Series, popularly known as LCS, is a professional eSports league for the game League of Legends, organized by Riot Games. Since its launch, it has gained immense popularity and has witnessed significant growth in both viewership and participation.