Chick Hearn

Chick Hearn

actor

Chick Hearn was born on Nov 27, 1916 in USA. Chick Hearn's big-screen debut came with The Loved One directed by Tony Richardson in 1965, strarring Announcer at Condor's Funeral Launch. Chick Hearn is known for Love & Basketball directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, Glenndon Chatman stars as Young Quincy and Jess Willard as Jamal. Chick Hearn has got 2 awards and 1 nominations so far. The most recent award Chick Hearn achieved is CableACE Awards. The upcoming new movie Chick Hearn plays is Longshot which will be released on Oct 25, 2001.

One of the most recognizable voices in Los Angeles, Francis Dayle Hearn, better known as "Chick" was the play-by-play voice of the Los Angeles Lakers for from 1960 to 2002. Known for his witty comments during the game and lightning-quick reactions to the play on the court, Hearn was as well-known a personality as some of the past Laker greats including Jerry West, Elgin Baylor, Wilt Chamberlain, Magic Johnson, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Originally from Illinois, Hearn came to Los Angeles in 1956 and did radio and TV work in a variety of sports before getting his gig with the Lakers. He was also the long-time host of "Bowling for Dollars." Hearn has also done the play-by-play for other sports including the 1992 Summer Olympics.

  • Birthday

    Nov 27, 1916
  • Place of Birth

    Aurora, Illinois, USA

Known For

Awards

2 wins & 1 nominations

CableACE Awards
1989
Sports Play-by-Play Announcer
Winner - ACE
Prime Ticket: Los Angeles Lakers Basketball (1985)
Walk of Fame
1986
Radio
Winner - Star on the Walk of Fame

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