Jim Nantz Reveals the Emotional Reason He Says ‘Hello, Friends’ Before Every Broadcast

CBS Sports announcer Jim Nantz revealed that his signature catchphrase was never a branding exercise — it was a private message to his father, who was battling Alzheimer’s disease.

Jim Nantz Reflects on His Late Father’s Influence Behind Iconic ‘Hello, Friends’ Opening

In 2011, he founded the Nantz National Alzheimer Center ( NNAC) in partnership with Houston Methodist. The center honors his ...

Sports Broadcaster Jim Nantz Explains the Origin of His ‘Hello, Friends’ Catchphrase

In an interview on the Vanity Index Podcast, released Feb. 25, Nantz opened up about the phrase’s true origin. The podcast is hosted by Chad Mumm, creator of Netflix’s Full Swing, and Wells Adams, a ...