Stephen A. Smith, the renowned ESPN host, has recently expressed his interest in joining Grand Theft Auto 6.
In response to a fan’s suggestion on X, Smith stated his desire to host a radio station in the game’s setting, the fictional Miami-inspired city, Vice City.
Rockstar Games, known for creative in-game radio stations in the Grand Theft Auto series, has yet to officially respond to this request.
I do love me some Vice City @RockstarGames… https://t.co/lDY0diPwc6
— Stephen A Smith (@stephenasmith) January 28, 2024
The idea was first proposed by the Twitch streamer, chuba, who tagged Smith in a tweet asking him to be part of GTA 6 gameplay. Smith, well-known for his dynamic presence on ESPN’s “First Take,” reposted the thread, tagging the official handle of Rockstar Games, lending a degree of formality to his request.
Grand Theft Auto has had notable figures in the past like Samuel L. Jackson, Ray Liotta, Ricky Gervais, Jason Sudeikis, and Burt Reynolds lend their voices in past games. The announcement of GTA 6 has sparked widespread speculation and excitement about potential celebrity appearances, including suggestions for personalities like Joe Rogan to join the game.
Stephen A. Smith is no stranger to the gaming world, having previously expressed his interests in games like Madden and Pokémon. His potential involvement in GTA 6 aligns with his well-known ability to captivate audiences with sports commentary and opinions.
Given Rockstar’s history of incorporating real-world references and celebrities into their games, Smith’s inclusion helps add a fresh and engaging dynamic to the game’s radio stations, particularly if the game parodies Miami’s sports teams.
While Rockstar Games hasn’t confirmed any details about celebrity involvement in GTA 6, the suggestion of having the likes of Smith has generated considerable interest among fans. The anticipation for the next GTA game is high, with its release expected to be a major event in the gaming industry. The game is set to launch sometime in 2025, and fans eagerly await more information, including potential release dates and trailers.
Stephen A. Smith’s potential involvement in GTA 6 represents the ongoing crossover between sports and video games.
Grand Theft Auto 6 is currently in development for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X for a 2025 release with a PC port following suit.
