Longtime ESPN reporter Pedro Gomez died unexpectedly on Sunday, the network announced Sunday evening. He was 58 years old.
No cause of death was announced. In a statement, ESPN chairman James Pitaro described Gomez as an elite journalist known for his kindness.
“We are shocked and saddened to learn that our friend and colleague Pedro Gomez has passed away,” Pitaro’s statement read. “Pedro was an elite journalist at the highest level and his professional accomplishments are universally recognized. More importantly, Pedro was a kind, dear friend to us all.