John Motson, a legendary commentator, died tragically at the age of 77.
The well-known broadcaster, who joined the BBC in 1968 as a sports presenter for Radio 2, became a household name over the course of a 50-year career. He finally received an OBE in 2001 for his services to sports broadcasting as a result of his efforts in the industry.
“It is with great sadness we announce that John Motson OBE died peacefully in his sleep today (Thursday).” his family said in a statement.
“Motson covered 10 World Cups, 10 European Championships, and 29 FA Cup finals for BBC Sport before retiring from the organization in 2018,” according to a BBC statement announcing his passing.
Before joining the BBC, Motson, who is known for his sheepskin coat, worked as a newspaper reporter in Barnet and at the Sheffield Morning Telegraph.
His big break came in 1972 when Hereford United stunned Newcastle in a replay of the FA Cup third round that was moved to the top spot on Match of the Day. This game is known for his classic analysis on Ronnie Radford’s goal.
John Motson Net Worth at Time of Death
John Motson’s net worth at the time of death is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million dollars.