Personal Info
Known For:
Acting
Birthday:
June 9, 1939
Place of Birth:
Passaic, New Jersey, USA
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Dick Vitale
Biography
Richard John "Dick" Vitale, also known as "Dickie V", is an American basketball sportscaster. A former head coach in the college and professional ranks, he is well known as a college basketball broadcaster for ESPN. He is known for catchphrases such as "baby" and "diaper dandy" (outstanding freshman player), as well as enthusiastic and colorful remarks he makes during games, and has authored nine books and appeared in several movies.
Known For
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Dickie V | Self |
| 2017 | Rudy Ruettiger: The Walk On | Himself |
| 2016 | With A Kiss | Self (archive footage) |
| 2013 | Duke-Carolina The Blue Blood Rivalry | Self - ESNP Announcer |
| 2012 | Man in the Glass: The Dale Brown Story | Self |
| 2007 | Home of the Giants | Self |
| 2000 | Love & Basketball | Dick Vitale |
| 1998 | He Got Game | Dick Vitale |
| 1995 | Jury Duty | Hal Gibson |
| 1994 | Blue Chips | Himself |
| 1994 | Hoop Dreams | Self |
| 1990 | Time Out, Baby! | Narrator / Host |
| 1988 | The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! | Baseball Announcer |
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Basketball: A Love Story | Self |
| 2003 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! | |
| 1984 | The Cosby Show | Dan Vicente |