Don Dunphy
American sports broadcast announcer (1908–1998) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Don Dunphy (July 5, 1908 – July 22, 1998) was an American television and radio sports announcer specializing in boxing broadcasts. Dunphy was noted for his fast-paced delivery and enthusiasm for the sport. It is estimated that he did "blow-by-blow" action for over 2,000 fights, including historic bouts like the 1971 Fight of the Century between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. The Friday Night Fights were broadcast every Friday evening from (radio and television (1939–1981) 9 P.M. to 10:45 P.M on ABC.
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Don Dunphy | |
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Born | July 5, 1908 |
Died | July 22, 1998(1998-07-22) (aged 90) |
Burial place | Cemetery of the Holy Rood, New York |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Sports & Television announcer |
Children | 2 |
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