Legendary basketball commentator Dick Vitale says he’s dealing with another bout of cancer… announcing Friday that tests he underwent this week revealed a malignant mass in his neck.
The 85-year-old shared the sad update moments ago with his fans on his X page… saying he will now undergo surgery next week to try and get rid of the new problem.
“With all the 🙏🙏🙏 I’ve received and the loving support from my family, friends and @espn colleagues, I will win this battle,” Dickie V said.
“The surgery on Tuesday will be a success. Thank you for all the prayers.”
Of course, this isn’t the first time Vitale has battled cancer. He was also diagnosed twice in 2021but after months of chemotherapy and treatments, he declared himself cancer-free.
Vitale also had several throat surgeries and vocal cords for the past two years… which has kept him away from the broadcast booth for some time.
Vitale has been calling college basketball games since 1979 and is famous for his lively catchphrases. He has won numerous awards during his 45-year career… including the 2019 Sports Emmy Award Lifetime Achievement. Dickie V was also inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and the College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2008.
Get better soon!!!