BREAKING NEWS: Greg Gumbel, a longtime sportscaster who called the NFL for CBS for decades and served as the studio’s host during the NCAA Tournament, has died at 78, a friend says – NYP…see more

Greg Gumbel, a longtime sportscaster who called the NFL for CBS for decades and served as the network’s host during the March Madness, has died “after a courageous battle with cancer,” his family announced Friday.

“It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved husband and father, Greg Gumbel,” his wife Marcy and daughter Michelle wrote in a statement released by CBS.

“He passed away peacefully surrounded by much love after a courageous battle with cancer. Greg approached his illness like one would expect he would, with stoicism, grace, and positivity.

He leaves behind a legacy of love, inspiration and dedication to over 50 extraordinary years in the sports broadcast industry; and his iconic voice will never be forgotten.