Trailblazing Sportscaster Greg Gumbel Dies at 78

Greg Gumbel, known for his groundbreaking career in sports broadcasting and his work with CBS, passed away after a battle with cancer.

Greg Gumbel, the first Black announcer to call a major U.S. sports championship, had a 50-year career spanning NFL, NCAA, and Olympic coverage.
He hosted CBS’s 'The NFL Today,' led March Madness coverage for 26 years, and called two Super Bowls as the network’s lead play-by-play announcer.
Gumbel’s family described his approach to his illness as stoic, graceful, and positive, noting he kept his diagnosis private from colleagues and friends.
Colleagues praised Gumbel as a pioneer, a consummate professional, and a welcoming presence in the sports broadcasting industry.
He is remembered for his versatility, humility, and groundbreaking contributions to sports media, leaving a lasting legacy for future broadcasters.