Sportscaster Greg Gumbel dies from cancer at age 78

Renowned sportscaster Greg Gumbel passes away at age 78 after battling cancer

Longtime CBS sportscaster Greg Gumbel has passed away at the age of 74 after a battle with cancer. He leaves behind a legacy of love, inspiration, and dedication in the sports broadcast industry. Gumbel was known for his iconic voice and broke barriers as the first Black announcer to call play-by-play of a major sports championship in the U.S. He had a successful career at CBS, hosting NFL and college basketball games, as well as covering the Olympics. Gumbel was also involved in charitable activities, supporting organizations like ...