Dick Vitale feels ‘deeply hurt’ by UNC-Duke choice
Dick Vitale, a legendary sports analyst, reportedly felt “deeply” hurt when ESPN decided to cut him from the Duke-UNC game coverage back in 2015. Although he had commented enthusiastically about the rivalry for 35 years, the network opted to replace him with Jay Bilas, a choice made by then-President John Skipper. “It really hurt him […]
Dick Vitale recommends that the Knicks bring back Tom Thibodeau.
Dick Vitale Critiques Knicks’ Coaching Search Dick Vitale feels the Knicks may have erred in their recent decisions. As the team looks for a new head coach, the 86-year-old commentator has voiced some skepticism about the direction they’re taking. He suggests that their best choice is the one they just let go, describing their search […]
College basketball: Dick Vitale reflects on cancer journey during ACC final
Legend College basketball Announcer Dick Vitale shed tears during Saturday night's Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament Championship. Sitting with ESPN's Dave O'Brien and Cory Alexander, the 85-year-old announcer got emotional in the final moments of the first half Duke Louisville Finals. Dick Vitale of Coleman Coliseum for a match between Alabama and Kentucky on February 22, […]
Dick Vitale makes triumphant broadcasting return after cancer fight
Broadcast legend Dick Vitale returned to broadcast duties on Saturday and met a loud roar from Clemson fans at Little John Coliseum. Vitale, who hasn't called the game in nearly two years, has returned to television for Clemson's home game with the second Duke. The Hall of Fame broadcaster has been on hiatus since 2023 […]
Dick Vitale announces return must be postponed due to accident
ESPN announced Saturday that Dick Vitale's scheduled return to the broadcast booth has been postponed due to an accident that caused “short-term physical limitations.” The 85-year-old Hall of Fame broadcaster said the accident occurred at his home in Florida, but is unrelated to his four battles with cancer over the past three and a half […]
Dick Vitale supports Notre Dame at Orange Bowl after announcing he’s cancer free
The Orange Bowl was attended by notable guests from Hard Rock Stadium. ESPN's iconic college basketball analyst Dick Vitale appeared on the on-site broadcast of the highly anticipated game between Penn State and Notre Dame. The 85-year-old was seen standing in the crowd with his wife Lorraine and ESPN president Jimmy Pitaro, wearing a green […]
Dick Vitale announces he’s cancer-free amid years-long battle
Dick Vitale doesn't have cancer. The legendary college basketball broadcaster, who has battled cancer four times since first being diagnosed in 2021, shared the happy news on social media on Thursday. “When Dr. Rick Brown called me and said my 7am pet scan was cancer-free, Santa Claus came early!” (praying emoji) Thank you so much […]
Valerie Bertinelli marks two years of ‘freedom’ since Tom Vitale divorce: ‘It does get better’
Valerie Bertinelli is celebrating two years of 'freedom' after her divorce from Tom Vitale. Instagram / Valerie Bertinelli Valerie Bertinelli is celebrating two years of 'freedom' after her divorce from Tom Vitale. The Food Network alum, 64, shared a hopeful message with fans on social media Friday, saying life “will always get better” in the […]
Dick Vitale attends Yankees-Rays series after undergoing surgery to treat cancer
Nothing can stop Dick Vitale — including being a Rays fan. The legendary ESPN college basketball announcer was spotted in the stands with his grandchildren during Tuesday night’s Yankees-Rays game, where he was in the spotlight from the YES Network and congratulated by play-by-play announcer Michael Kay. Vitale later thanked Kaye for the compliment and […]
ESPN Broadcaster Dick Vitale Announces New Cancer Diagnosis
Veteran ESPN broadcaster Dick Vitale announced on social media Friday that his latest biopsy revealed new cancer. The 85-year-old iconic sports broadcaster announced that he will undergo a surgery to address a new cancer found in one of his lymph nodes. Vitale shared the news on X, formerly known as Twitter, revealing the results of […]