Early Life and Education of Dick Vitale: A Complete Timeline
How education and upbringing influenced the life of Dick Vitale. A timeline of key moments.
Dick Vitale, or "Dickie V," is a prominent American basketball sportscaster renowned for his enthusiastic and colorful commentary. He spent 41 years as a college basketball broadcaster for ESPN, becoming famous for his catchphrases like "This is awesome, baby!" and "diaper dandy." Before his broadcasting career, Vitale was a head coach at both the college and professional levels. Beyond broadcasting, he has authored fourteen books and made appearances in various films, solidifying his place as a pop culture icon within the world of college basketball.
June 9, 1939: Dick Vitale Born
On June 9, 1939, Richard "Dick" John Vitale, also known as "Dickie V", was born. He later became a well-known American basketball sportscaster and former head coach.
1958: Graduated from High School
In 1958, Dick Vitale graduated from East Rutherford High School.
1962: Graduated from Seton Hall University
In 1962, Dick Vitale graduated from Seton Hall University with a degree in business administration, becoming the first in his family to attend college.
1971: Marriage to Lorraine McGrath
In 1971, Dick Vitale married Lorraine McGrath.
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