Brothers
The sports world is abuzz with the news that the Gumbel brothers, Bryant and Greg, are to be presented with the Sports Emmy Lifetime Achievement Award. This prestigious award is presented annually to individuals who have made significant contributions to the world of sports broadcasting. The Gumbel brothers have certainly earned this honor, as they have had a long and successful career in sports broadcasting.
Bryant Gumbel began his career in sports broadcasting in 1975, when he joined NBC Sports as a reporter. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming an anchor for NBC’s NFL pregame show in 1979. In 1982, he was named host of NBC’s Today Show, a position he held for 15 years. During his tenure at NBC, Gumbel also hosted several other shows, including NFL Live and Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel.
Greg Gumbel began his career in sports broadcasting in 1977, when he joined CBS Sports as a reporter. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming an anchor for CBS’s NFL pregame show in 1981. In 1989, he was named host of CBS’s The NFL Today, a position he held for 14 years. During his tenure at CBS, Gumbel also hosted several other shows, including College Football Today and The NBA on CBS.
The Gumbel brothers have been credited with revolutionizing sports broadcasting. They have been praised for their ability to bring the excitement of the game to viewers at home. They have also been lauded for their professionalism and their commitment to providing accurate and timely information to viewers.
The Sports Emmy Lifetime Achievement Award is a fitting tribute to the Gumbel brothers’ long and successful careers in sports broadcasting. They have made an indelible mark on the world of sports broadcasting, and their contributions will be remembered for years to come.