Bob Costas

Biography

Born 03/22/1952

Once affectionately referred to as "Sportboy" by then NBC colleague David Letterman, this boyish, genial sportscaster transcended his original specialty to become one of TV's more respected interviewers and cultural commentators. Costas first ventured out of the sports world to that of...
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Awards

  • In 2000/01, received Emmy for Outstanding Sports Personality/Studio Host
  • In 1997/98, received Emmy for Outstanding Sports Personality/Play-By-Play
  • In 1996/97, received Emmy for Outstanding Sports Personality/Studio Host

Highlights

  • In 2001, Hosted "On the Record with Bob Costas" on HBO
  • In 1999, Hired to provide play-by-play for ESPN's coverage of Major League Baseball
  • In 1996, Signed a six year contract with NBC

Family & Companions

  • Carol Randall Costas: wife (married on June 24, 1983; separated in August 2001; filed for divorce)

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