Dan Hicks, sportscaster and husband of ESPN's Hannah Storm, dies at 64

SPORTS Dan Hicks, sportscaster and husband of ESPN's Hannah Storm, dies at 64 Hicks passed "following an acute illness," Storm announced. Watch ABC News live news stream and get 24/7 latest, breaking news coverage, and live video. By Christopher Watson Thursday, November 12, 2026 4:58PM Share Follow 6abc on Google Sportscaster Dan Hicks has died at age 64, his wife, ESPN anchor Hannah Storm, announced Thursday. "Our family is heartbroken by the sudden and unexpected passing of Dan following an acute illness," Storm posted online . "He was a devoted husband of over 30 years, loving father to our three daughters, and cherished friend to so many. His loss is immeasurable." Hicks was "truly one of a kind," the post continued. "When he walked into a room, he brought the energy, the laughter and the people together. He was effortlessly kind, thoughtful and funny, and he made everyone feel like they mattered." "Our three daughters and I are heartbroken," Storm wrote. Washington shooting: 5 people are shot in DC, including 1 killed at a gym, and then suspect kills himself 44 minutes ago Man sentenced in parking lot rampage that injured officers in Plymouth Twp. 1 hour ago AccuWeather: Gusty thunderstorms today in the Philadelphia region Hicks spent the majority of his career as a play-by-play television commentator for NBC Sports, known particularly for calling Notre Dame football, as well as golf and the Summer and Winter Olympics. He and Storm were married in January, 1994. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Report a correction or typo Copyright © 2026 ABC News Internet Ventures. Related Topics SPORTS Watch Live ON NOW 5 people are shot in DC, including 1 killed at a gym, and then suspect kills himself 44 minutes ago Man sentenced in parking lot rampage that injured 2 cops 1 hour ago AccuWeather: Gusty thunderstorms today Man shot during altercation with police during traffic stop: Officials 1 hour ago At least 8 dead, including 2 children, after building collapses in Brooklyn: Sources 15 minutes ago