Entertainment · November 12, 2026
Dan Hicks, Longtime NBC Sports Broadcaster and Voice of Olympic Swimming, Dies at 64
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Dan Hicks, a longtime NBC Sports broadcaster known for his play-by-play coverage of golf and the Olympics, died on Wednesday, November 11, at the age of 64. His wife, ESPN anchor Hannah Storm, announced his passing on Thursday, describing it as sudden and unexpected following an acute illness. Hicks was a mainstay at NBC for over three decades, notably serving as the voice of Olympic swimming and major professional golf tournaments.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Dan Hicks died at age 64
- He died on Wednesday, November 11
- The death followed an acute illness
- He was a veteran broadcaster for NBC Sports for over 30 years
- He was married to ESPN anchor Hannah Storm for over 30 years
- He had three daughters named Hannah, Ellery, and Riley
Reported by only some outlets
- He died in Connecticut
- He covered 16 Olympic Games
- He was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona
- He was a graduate of the University of Arizona
Confirmed
- Dan Hicks died on Wednesday, November 11, in Connecticut.
- The cause of death was an acute illness.
- His wife is ESPN anchor Hannah Storm.
- He worked for NBC Sports for over 30 years.
Reported
- Hicks covered 16 Olympic Games during his career. (The Hollywood Reporter)
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