Dick Enberg
Sportscaster and broadcaster

Born
January 9th, 1935
90 years ago
Died
2017
8 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American sportscaster with a career spanning several decades, recognized for contributions to sports broadcasting. Worked with NBC, CBS, and ESPN, covering events such as the Super Bowl, the World Series, and Wimbledon. Served as the play-by-play announcer for the San Diego Chargers and the Los Angeles Rams. Received numerous industry awards, including 13 Sports Emmy Awards, for excellence in sports broadcasting.
Covered 28 consecutive Super Bowls
Announced for the San Diego Padres
Received the National Sports Media Association's Sportscaster of the Year award
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