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About George Blaha
American broadcaster, George Blaha was on WJR as a broadcaster and broadcasted matches of the Detroit Pistons. He took over from Done Howe. He became popular for using the first names or nicknames of the players during broadcasting. He used names like “The microwave” for Vinnie Johnson, “The Worm” for Dennis Rodman and “Big Ben” for Ben Wallace. He became the broadcaster for the Michigan State Spartans Football team too. Apart from broadcasting, he has found himself doing radio and TV commercials. He is a member of the Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association created by Ty Tyson.
Personal Life
George schooled at the University of Michigan. He got married to Mary Blaha and they have a son together named Calvin Blaha. He has siblings; one being a surgeon and the other being an architect.
Achievements
The Ty Tyson Award for Excellence in Sports Broadcasting which was awarded by the Detroit Sports Broadcasting Association was given to him. He has been included in the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame.
Trivia
He is known for coining phrases like “Guns, got it!” and “Lays it up”.
George began his career circa 1976.
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F.A.Q. about George Blaha
When is his birthday?
George Blaha's birthday is on March 29, 1945.
In how many days is his birthday?
George's birthday is in 338 days
How old is he?
He is 79 years old.
Where is George from?
He was born in Detroit, Michigan, U.S..