Mel Allen
American sportscaster and voice of baseball
Born
February 14th, 1913
112 years ago
Died
June 16th, 1996
29 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A prominent sportscaster, associated with baseball broadcasting. Served as the chief announcer for the New York Yankees from 1939 to 1964. Known for his distinctive voice and catchphrases, he provided commentary for numerous World Series and All-Star Games. Contributed to the growth of sports broadcasting, becoming a beloved figure among fans. Worked for various networks, including CBS and NBC, and had a significant role in the production of sports programming.
Announced for the New York Yankees
Voiced the World Series multiple times
Received a Peabody Award for broadcasting
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