CBS Sports anchor and commentator Greg Gumbel has passed away at the age of 78 after a battle with cancer.

His family confirmed the news in a statement to CBS News.

“It is with deep sorrow that we announce the loss of our cherished husband and father, Greg Gumbel. He died peacefully, surrounded by love, after a brave fight against cancer,” stated his wife Marcy and daughter Michelle. “Greg faced his illness with the same stoicism, grace, and positivity that defined his life. He leaves behind a legacy of love, inspiration, and over 50 remarkable years in sports broadcasting; his iconic voice will always be remembered. Greg’s memory will be cherished by his family, close friends, colleagues, and all who knew him.”

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Born in Louisiana, Gumbel, a Loras College graduate, began his career in sportscasting in the 1970s after his brother Bryant informed him of an opening at the NBC O&O station in Chicago, where he worked for seven years.

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He later joined ESPN, anchoring SportsCenter and providing play-by-play for NBA games. Gumbel also covered Yankee games for MSG and hosted the first radio morning show on WFAN in New York City.

In 1988, he joined CBS as a part-time NFL announcer, later expanding his role to include college basketball and The NFL Today. He contributed to CBS’ coverage of MLB, college football, the NCAA Tournament, the Daytona 500, and Pepsi 400, among others.

Gumbel left CBS Sports in 1994 to work as a sports anchor for NBC Sports but returned to CBS four years later.

In 2022, he marked his 50th year in broadcasting.

“The CBS Sports family is heartbroken by the loss of Greg Gumbel. He was truly a gentleman in television, beloved and respected by those of us fortunate enough to call him a friend and colleague,” stated David Berson, president & CEO of CBS Sports. “A remarkable broadcaster and gifted storyteller, Greg had one of the most distinguished careers in sports broadcasting history. He was a familiar and comforting voice for fans across various sports, including the NFL and March Madness, highlighted by the Super Bowl and Final Four.”

“Greg broke barriers and set a standard for others to emulate. This is a profoundly sad day for all of us at CBS Sports and the broader sports community,” he added. “We will miss Greg greatly and extend our deepest condolences to his wife Marcy, daughter Michelle, and his entire family.”

Person: Greg Gumbel, Marcy, Michelle, David Berson, Bryant, Lorne Michaels, Kate Winslet
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