1988Nominee
Best Performance
The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
Curt Gowdy
Actor
Green River, Wyoming, USA
July 31, 1919
Biography
Curt Gowdy was one of the most iconic sportscasters of the 20th century, revered for his versatility, composure, and ability to elevate the drama of live sports without overpowering it. With a career spanning more than four decades, Gowdy became the trusted voice behind many of the biggest moments in American sports history—most notably in football, baseball, and the Olympics.
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Representative Works
Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
1998Nominee
Best Performance
BASEketball
1978Nominee
Best Performance
Heaven Can Wait
Career Highlights
1969Highlight
Best Performance
The 1969 World Series: New York Mets vs. Baltimore Orioles
1986Highlight
Best Performance
An Amazin' Era
Video
The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
BASEketball
Heaven Can Wait