David Coleman
David Robert Coleman, OBE (26 April 1926 – 21 December 2013) was an English sports commentator and television presenter. He worked for the BBC for over 40 years. He covered eleven Olympic Games from 1960 to 2000 and six FIFA World Cups.
David Coleman | |
|---|---|
| Born | 26 April 1926 |
| Died | 21 December 2013 (aged 87) London, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Occupation | Sports commentator |
| Employer | BBC |
| Spouse(s) | Barbara Coleman |
| Children | 6 |
Coleman became the first broadcaster to receive the Olympic Order award. This was in recognition of his contribution to the Olympics.[1]
Coleman died of a short illness in his home in London. He was aged 87.[2]
References
- ↑ "David Coleman: Former BBC sports broadcaster dies at 87". BBC. 21 December 2013. Retrieved 21 December 2013.
- ↑ Sawer, Patrick (21 December 2013). "David Coleman dies after a lifetime as the voice of sport". Daily Telegraph. Archived from the original on 21 December 2013. Retrieved 21 December 2013.
Other websites
- David Coleman on IMDb
- Monty Python Trailer sketch Archived 2012-09-09 at the Wayback Machine
- Independent December 2000 Archived 2011-08-17 at the Wayback Machine
- Manchester City Cup Final Celebration 1969