Magic Johnson, Jemele Hill And More Pay Tribute To Sports Broadcasting Legend Greg Gumbel After His Death
The brother of fellow sports journalist Bryant Gumbel, Greg was much beloved within the sports media landscape – not just by fans but by his peers as well. As mentioned, Magic Johnson paid tribute after learning of the CBS icon’s passing. The former Los Angeles Laker took to X, where he penned a sweet tribute in his former colleague’s honor:
Social media pays tribute to legendary CBS sports anchor Greg Gumbel, who died at 78
Here's a sampling of the reaction on social media to the death of longtime sports broadcaster Greg Gumbel at 78 years old:
Greg Gumbel, CBS Sports broadcasting legend, dies at 78
Greg Gumbel, the renowned CBS Sports anchor and commentator, has died at the age of 78. His family confirmed the news in a statement on Friday, saying: It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved husband and father,
Greg Gumbel, famed US sportscaster, dies at 78
Gumbel was a well-known and long-time US sports commentator with focuses on football, basketball and baseball.
Greg Gumbel, longtime CBS sportscaster, dies at 78
Gumbel was a veteran host and play-by-play announcer who provided coverage of sports ranging from the Olympics to the Daytona 500 to the Super Bowl.
Greg Gumbel, longtime NFL and college basketball broadcaster for CBS, dies at 78
Greg Gumbel, the longtime voice behind many CBS NFL and college basketball broadcasts and a studio host, has died from cancer at age 78.
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