Sad news came out from the sports world today.
Broadcasting legend Greg Gumbel has died at the age of 78.
News of Gumbel’s death was broken by a statement released by his wife, Marcy Gumbel, and daughter Michelle Gumbel.
Greg Gumbel’s cause of death revealed
Gumbel’s family announced today that he passed away after a battle with cancer.
“He passed away peacefully surrounded by so much love after a courageous battle with cancer,” the statement said. “Greg approached his illness as one would expect, with stoicism, grace, and positivity.
“He leaves behind a legacy of love, inspiration and dedication for more than 50 extraordinary years in the sports broadcasting industry, and his iconic voice will never be forgotten,” the Gumbels said. Ta. CBS Sports.
The earliest public display of Gumbel’s illness was in March, when he missed the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1997.
According to ESPNGumbel attributed his absence to “family health issues.”
legendary career
Throughout his 50-year career, Gumbel has broken barriers and become synonymous with sports’ biggest events.
In 2001, he announced Super Bowl XXXV on CBS, becoming the first black broadcaster to provide live coverage of a major sports championship in the United States.
CBS Sports President and CEO David Berson praised Gumbel in a statement to ESPN today.
“A great broadcaster and gifted storyteller, Greg led one of the most remarkable and groundbreaking sports broadcasting careers in history,” said Berson.
Greg Gumbel is survived by his wife, daughter, and several brothers, including fellow broadcaster Bryant Gumbel.
Our thoughts go out to the entire Gumbel family during this difficult time.
