Greg Gumbel (born on May 3, 1946) is a prominent American host, television personality, and sportscaster.

He has worked with popular networks like CBS, NBC, ESPN, MSG, WFAN radio, and WMAQ-TV.

Currently, Greg is a play-by-play broadcaster for the NFL on CBS and the studio host for CBS men's college basketball coverage.

He is well-known for his effortless delivery style and standout work as a television sports broadcaster.

Greg is a three-time Emmy Award winner.

Moreover, he has hosted major sports leagues like the National Football League, National Basketball Association, Major League Baseball, and National Collegiate Athletic.

Aside from that, Gumbel also hosted, and play-by-play announced the Super Bowl Championship.

He is not scared to give his opinion and criticizes the bad things going around.

He has also worked with well-known athlete-turned-broadcasters like Jim Kaat and Terry Bradshaw.

Five fast facts you should know about Greg Gumbel:

1.Greg's Younger Brother, Bryant Gumbel is a Sports Broadcaster

Greg Gumbel's younger brother, Bryant Gumbel, is also a famously known sportscaster and commentator.

Bryant has worked with renowned networks like NBC and CBS.

Like his brother, Bryant also has a huge fanbase and is famous for his commenting style.

He is best known for spending 15 years as the host of NBC's Today show.

Bryant got him into the broadcasting industry through his brother's inspiration.

Bryant and Greg stood in front of the mirror as kids, providing commentary in simulated baseball games.

Bryant let Greg know that a TV station in Chicago was auditioning for a sports announcer - where Greg applied for the job and worked at WMAQ-TV for seven years.

Additionally, Bryant receives several Emmy awards for his contribution to the sports world.

He also announced on NFL Network and starred in movies like Seinfield and The Weather Man.

2.Prior To Broadcasting, Greg Sold Medical Supplies In Detroit

Greg considered becoming a teacher with the moral of sharing knowledge in his college days.

However, after graduating from Loras College in 1967 with a B.A. in English, Greg took a job in sales and other business-related positions in Chicago.

Later, he moved to Detroit, where he worked as a salesman for the American Hospital Supply Corporation.

Greg worked as a salesman until his brother, Bryant, sent him the job vacancy for the sports-caster gig in Chicago.

Gumbel didn't take long to grow and explore himself as a broadcaster.

In a recent interview, Greg shared his old days in Detroit as a sales male saying it was a good job and great support, but it was just not something he liked.

3.Greg Gumbel Was A Baseball Player In His Early Days

Gumbel has a big family - two younger sisters, Rhonda and Renne, and a well-known younger brother, Bryant.

Greg's family moved to Chicago when he was very young, where he used to play football with his brother.

Gumbel brothers were passionate athletes who played football as well as Little League and Pony League baseball.

Greg enjoyed playing outfield in baseball and softball in his early days.

Apart from that, Greg with his brother attended major league baseball games at Comiskey Park and Wrigley Field.

Furthermore, he played baseball after enrolling at Loras College in Lowa, winning honors as the team's most valuable player.

Greg was a fan of the White Sox at his younger age.

4.Greg Gumbel: Wife And Children

Greg Gumbel is married to Marcy Gumbel(born on April 3, 1949).

Marcy is a former business manager, also known as Marcella Kaszynski.

The couple met around 1967 and have been married since 1973.

Greg considers Marcy his soulmate and credits her for his success and consistency in work.

Kaszynski has been providing excellent support for Gumbel throughout his career.

The couple has a beautiful daughter, Michelle Gumbel(born in 1969).

Michelle is not interested in sports and broadcasting, so she does not attend any games her father is hosting.

She is 51 years old now and is married. She likes to maintain her life private like her mother.

Greg Gumbel's Net Worth And Salary

Greg Gumbel is a prominent sports broadcaster, host, and television personality, best known for his task at CBS sports.

He has been working as a sportscaster for over four decades now and has been able to build a massive net worth.

He is a hard-working guy, and a demanded caster in the market by huge fans worldwide.

He earns a tentative $4 million in salary alone.

According to Forbes, Gumbel's net worth is estimated to be over $16 million.