Bryant Gumbel Hospitalized New York After Medical Emergency

Legendary sportscaster Bryant Gumbel, aged 77, was hospitalized in New York City following a medical emergency on October 20, 2025. While details about his condition remain undisclosed, a family member confirmed that he is "okay." Gumbel, who retired in 2023, is renowned for hosting the NBC "Today" show for 15 years and HBO's "Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel" for 29 seasons. In 2009, he underwent surgery to remove a malignant lung tumor, a result of heavy smoking earlier in his life, with doctors providing a favorable prognosis at the time. His health scare occurs months after the death of his older brother, Greg Gumbel, also a prominent sportscaster, who died in 2024 following a battle with cancer. Bryant Gumbel's career has been marked by significant achievements and challenges, including previous health battles such as lung cancer and a severe facial injury.