Greg Gumbel

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Sportcaster

Birth Date: May 3, 1946

Death Date: December 27, 2024 — 78 years old

Siblings: Bryant Gumbel

Greg Gumbel was an American television sportscaster widely recognized for his long-standing work with CBS. He was born on May 3, 1946, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and is the brother of fellow broadcaster Bryant Gumbel. Over the course of his career, Greg has covered a variety of sports, including college basketball, the NBA, and the NFL.

In 2001, he made television history as the first African American announcer to call a Super Bowl. Renowned for his professionalism and versatility, Greg has also served as a studio host, play-by-play commentator, and anchor for networks such as NBC, ESPN, and MSG.

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NCAA Tip-Off

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Show
2021

NCAA Selection Show

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Show
2018

NCAA March Madness Bracket Preview

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Show
2018

At the Final Four

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Show
2017

CBS This Morning

Guest
Show
2012

The Phil Simms 2000 All-Iron Team

Actor
Show
2001

Yes, Dear

Guest Star
Series
2000

Inside College Basketball

Host
Talk
1998

Cosby

Guest Star
Series
1996

Inside the NFLStream

Host
Talk
1977

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