Curt Gowdy

Description: (Sportscaster)
Curt Gowdy was a well-known American sportscaster recognized for his work with the Boston Red Sox on radio and TV. He later covered various nationally televised sporting events for NBC Sports and ABC Sports during the 1960s and 1970s. Gowdy is credited with creating the nickname "The Granddaddy of Them All" for the Rose Bowl Game, inspired by the Cheyenne Frontier Days in his native Wyoming. His career was defined by his unique voice and insightful commentary, establishing him as a beloved figure in sports broadcasting.

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Birthday July 31, 1919 (Leo)
Born In Green River
Died on February 20, 2006
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