John Facenda
American sportscaster and voiceover artist
Born
1913
112 years ago
Died
September 26th, 1984
40 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Was a prominent sportscaster known for his deep, authoritative voice that became synonymous with NFL Films. Joined NFL Films in the late 1960s and contributed significantly to its growth as a leader in sports documentary filmmaking. Provided narration for many classic NFL highlight films, effectively capturing the drama and excitement of football. Before his career in sports broadcasting, worked as a news anchor and reporter in Philadelphia, gaining initial recognition for his journalistic skills. His distinctive voice and storytelling ability played a crucial role in shaping the presentation of sports in America.
Narrated numerous NFL Films productions
Served as the voice of the NFL for decades
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