President Biden Sends Condolence Letter to Kirk Herbstreit After Beloved Dog's Death
The College GameDay analyst shared the heartfelt note honoring his golden retriever, Ben, who passed away after a battle with cancer.
- Kirk Herbstreit revealed that his golden retriever, Ben, passed away on November 7 following a battle with cancer, which had spread throughout his organs.
- President Joe Biden sent a personal letter to Herbstreit, expressing condolences and recognizing the comfort and love Ben brought to millions of Americans.
- Herbstreit shared the letter on social media, expressing gratitude for the acknowledgment and stating how much Ben had touched people's lives.
- Ben was a familiar presence on ESPN's College GameDay and Thursday Night Football, often traveling with Herbstreit and becoming a fan favorite.
- Herbstreit has since welcomed a new puppy, Peter, but continues to honor Ben's memory as a cherished companion of 10 years.