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Greg Gumbel, sportscaster who called Patriots’ Super Bowl XXXVIII win, passes away at 78

Greg Gumbel, a long-time NFL sportscaster for CBS, has passed away at the age of 78. As was announced by the network on behalf of his family on Friday, Gumbel died after a battle with cancer.

A statement from the family of Greg Gumbel pic.twitter.com/oAkSrW8EtJ

— CBS Sports PR (@CBSSportsGang) December 27, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved husband and father, Greg Gumbel. He passed away peacefully surrounded by much love after a courageous battle with cancer. Greg approached his illness like one would expect he would, with stoicism, grace and positivity.