Jackson, who retired in 2006, spent some 50 years calling the action in a folksy, down-to-earth manner that made him one of the most popular play-by-play personalities in the business.
"For generations of fans, Keith Jackson was college football," said Bob Iger, chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company. "When you heard his voice, you knew it was a big game. Keith was a true gentleman and a memorable presence. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, Turi Ann, and his family."
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Icon within sports broadcasting!
Heard that one all the way back to Tuscaloosa
To me, he was always the voice of college football. Many a memory hearing him on ABC on Saturdays. Another part of childhood being chipped away. RIP
Thanks, Keith, you were the best.
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