Dick Vitale Reflects on Cancer Journey During Emotional ACC Championship Broadcast

The beloved ESPN broadcaster, now cancer-free, shared heartfelt remarks during his final game of the season after battling four cancers in three years.

Dick Vitale, 85, became emotional while calling Duke's 73-62 win over Louisville in the ACC Championship, reflecting on his cancer battles.
The iconic broadcaster has faced four separate cancer diagnoses since 2021, including vocal cord cancer, lymphoma, and melanoma.
Vitale underwent extensive treatment, including multiple surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiation, before being declared cancer-free in December 2024.
During the broadcast, Vitale expressed gratitude to fans, colleagues, and medical staff, calling his return to ESPN a 'miracle.'
He urged viewers to support those battling cancer with messages of encouragement, emphasizing the importance of positivity and faith.