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Dan Hicks Died at 64 and Nobody In Sports Is Ready For It

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Dan Hicks, the legendary on-air voice who delivered in so many big moments, is gone at 64. This is tough news, hitting the sports world hard as NBC and his wife, ESPN’s Hannah Storm, announced his passing on Thursday.

A Four-Decade Legacy

Seriously, what a career. Hicks was an absolute legend, a voice that spanned nearly four decades. For 34 of those years, he was a staple at NBC Sports, calling countless Notre Dame games, Olympics, and PGA Tour events. We’re talking about a man who gave us some of the most memorable calls in sports history, like that iconic Tiger putt. He just knew how to capture the moment, you know?

The Hard News Hits

The news came down on Thursday, with his wife, Hannah Storm, sharing the sad announcement on social media. NBC also confirmed the passing of a man who was, for so many of us, the soundtrack to some of our biggest sports memories. Fans everywhere are already remembering his best calls. It’s just wild to think about, losing someone who was so integral to our viewing experience for so long.

It’s a tough day for anyone who loves sports and the incredible voices that bring them to life. Dan Hicks defined so many moments for so long, making them feel even bigger. We’re definitely going to miss hearing that iconic voice. What a legend.

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.

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