Johnny Miller
Professional golfer and sportscaster
Born
April 29th, 1947
78 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1947, a professional golfer achieved significant success on the PGA Tour in the 1970s. Won multiple tournaments, including the 1973 U.S. Open and the 1976 Open Championship. Transitioned to a career in broadcasting, serving as a commentator for NBC Sports, bringing insights and analysis to a broader audience. Acclaimed for candid commentary and in-depth knowledge of the game, shaped golf coverage for many years.
Winning the 1973 U.S. Open
Winning the 1976 Open Championship
Broadcasting on NBC Sports
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