Van Miller
American sportscaster and announcer
Born
1927
98 years ago
Died
July 17th, 2015
9 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A prominent voice in sports broadcasting, specializiing in American football play-by-play commentary. Served as the voice of the Buffalo Bills for several decades, providing coverage of numerous seasons in the National Football League (NFL). Gained recognition for unique style and deep knowledge of the game. Enjoyed a long career that spanned over 40 years in the industry, contributing to various local and national broadcasts. Also hosted a radio show focusing on sports news and analysis.
Provided play-by-play commentary for Buffalo Bills
Worked as a sports announcer for over 40 years
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