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ABOUT BOB COSTAS

As Los Angeles prepares for the 2028 Olympic Games, there’s no better time to welcome legendary broadcaster Bob Costas to our communities, whose voice has defined the Olympic experience for generations of viewers. Hearing from him live, right here in Southern California, is a rare opportunity to engage with one of the most iconic figures in sports journalism.

With 29 Emmy Awards across sports, news, and entertainment, Costas is the only person in history to earn Emmys in all three categories. Over his storied career, he has hosted 12 Olympic Games, seven Super Bowls, seven World Series, and ten NBA Finals, earning him a reputation as one of the most trusted and respected voices in media.

From his hard-hitting interview with Muhammad Ali to his acclaimed late-night show Later with Bob Costas, his thoughtful, incisive commentary has shaped how America watches and understands sports. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame’s broadcasters’ wing, and a recipient of the Walter Cronkite Award for journalism, Costas remains a powerful presence on MLB Network, where he continues to deliver insightful interviews and play-by-play.

A true icon, Bob Costas is more than a broadcaster – he’s a voice for the ages.