Birthdate: May 3, 1946
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: New Orleans
Died: December 27, 2024
Greg Gumbel is a renowned American television sportscaster recognized for his contributions to CBS Sports, where he has excelled in covering NFL and NCAA basketball. In a groundbreaking moment, he became the first African-American announcer to provide play-by-play commentary for a major US sports championship during Super Bowl XXXV in 2001. Gumbel has also been instrumental as a studio host for CBS’ men’s college basketball programming and as a play-by-play broadcaster for the NFL on CBS until 2023, demonstrating his skill and adaptability in sports broadcasting.
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