NBC’s Sports Announcer Dan Hicks Dies at 64
Sandra Rhodes · Nov 12, 2026 · 1 min read
Dan Hicks, known for his work covering golf and the Olympics on NBC, has died.
He was 64.
Hicks had been the lead announcer for NBC's golf coverage since 2000 and the stroke-by-stroke announcer for Olympic swimming since 1996 when the Games were held in Atlanta, Georgia.
He was responsible for one of the most memorable calls in Olympic history while on the mic for Team USA's comeback victory in the men's 4x100 freestyle involving Michael Phelps during the 2008 Games.
ESPN anchor Hannah Storm, Hicks' wife, shared the news about Hicks' passing Thursday morning.
"Our family is heartbroken by the sudden and unexpected passing of Dan following an acute illness," Storm's statement began. "He was a devoted husband of over 30 years, loving father to our three daughters, and cherished friend to so many. His loss is immeasurable.
"Dan was truly one of a kind and, quite simply, the person everyone wanted to be around. When he walked into a room, he brought the energy, the laughter and the people together. He was endlessly kind, thoughtful and funny, and he made everyone feel like they mattered,” she continued.
"Our three daughters and I are heartbroken. We are grateful for the love and support surrounding our family during this incredibly difficult time. There are simply no words to express how much he will be missed."