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NBC Sportscaster Dan Hicks Dies at 64; Jason Benetti to Replace Him
- Dan Hicks, a longtime NBC sportscaster, passed away at 64 due to an acute illness.
- Hicks was known for his work on golf, football, and Olympic broadcasts for NBC since 1992.
- Jason Benetti will replace Dan Hicks for the Notre Dame-Boston College football game.
- Chris Evert expressed her grief over Hicks' passing, highlighting his impact on sports broadcasting.
- Al Michaels delivered an emotional tribute to Hicks during a Thursday Night Football broadcast.
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Dan Hicks dies at 64
Dan Hicks, legendary NBC Sports and golf announcer, dies at age 64.
Hicks' wife announces his death
Hicks passed following an acute illness, according to his wife, Hannah Storm.
Tributes from colleagues
Emotional tributes from colleagues and friends, including Roger Maltbie and Jimmy Roberts.
Jason Benetti to replace Hicks
Jason Benetti will replace Dan Hicks for NBC Sports' telecast of Notre Dame and Boston College.
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Al Michaels tribute
Al Michaels gives an emotional tribute to Dan Hicks during 'Thursday Night Football'.
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