Awful Announcing
"Vitali’s poise and strength as his city and country faces unfathomable tests have far surpassed the incredible resolve he demonstrated as one of boxing’s top heavyweight champions. His commitment to the people of Ukraine has been a global inspiration, and his bravery is a prime example of the resilience of the human spirit."
"I reflected on his speech many times during my seven-month battle – ‘don’t give up, don’t ever give up Dickie V’ – and I remembered my mother and father, who taught me never to believe in ‘can’t’. Jimmy V was special and his legacy lives on. I am so grateful to receive this tremendous award in his honor."
The new Captain America will also be wearing his lucky "Saints draws" for the ceremony.
Mandt had a hand in the ESPYs, "30 for 30" films, the X Games, and many more iconic ESPN programs.
The 0.9 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 3.87 million viewers was about even with 2018, and it helped ABC win the night amongst broadcast networks.
"Are you kidding me? Jimmy V was an inspiration to me. I know every word of his ESPYS speech. And now I'm going to receive this award in his honor. I can't even put into words how that warms my heart."
This also involved Rob Huebel and Tim Meadows.
Kelly even scooped Adam Schefter here.
The ESPYs have been hosted by everyone from Dennis Miller through Joel McHale, but Patrick will be the first female host.
The award will be handed out at the ESPYs in July.
The ESPYS decided to honor long-time Dodgers’ broadcaster Vin Scully with the Icon Award this year, and it’s...
KD wasn't thrilled, or at least acted like he wasn't.
