Jim Nantz

Date of Birth: May 17, 1959

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

James William “Jim” Nantz III is an American sportscaster who has been the face and voice of CBS Sports for over three decades. He was born on May 17, 1959, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Nantz is renowned for his play-by-play commentary in the National Football League (NFL), the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament, and the PGA Tour. His career began in the early 1980s, and he has since become a household name, known for his smooth delivery and distinctive voice. Nantz attended the University of Houston, where he played on the golf team and majored in broadcasting. His early career saw him working as a sports anchor for KSL-TV in Salt Lake City before joining CBS Sports in 1985. Over the years, he has covered a wide range of sports events, including the Masters Tournament, the Final Four, and the Super Bowl. Jim Nantz has received numerous accolades for his work, including the Emmy Award for Outstanding Sports Personality, Play-by-Play.

5 Interesting Facts about Jim Nantz

1. Jim Nantz has a signature phrase, “Hello, friends,” which he uses to open his broadcasts.

2. He has authored a book titled “Always By My Side,” which details his relationship with his father and his journey in the world of sports broadcasting.

3. Nantz is a three-time winner of the National Sportscaster of the Year Award.

4. He has a vineyard in Napa Valley called “The Calling,” which produces high-quality wines.

5. Nantz has received an honorary doctorate from his alma mater, the University of Houston.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jim Nantz

1. “Hello, friends.”

2. “A tradition unlike any other, the Masters on CBS.”

3. “Sports are a great unifier.”

4. “There are so many life lessons to be learned from sports.”

5. “I have a deep passion for storytelling through sports.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Jim Nantz’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $15 million.

Children

Jim Nantz has two children. His first child, a daughter named Caroline, was born in 1994 from his first marriage to Ann-Lorraine “Lorrie” Carlsen Nantz. He also has a son named Jameson and a daughter named Finley Catherine with his second wife, Courtney Richards.