Athletes, politicians, broadcasters pay tribute to legendary Dodgers announcer Vin Scully
Athletes, sportscasters, and fans mourned the death of Vin Scully Tuesday night. The legendary broadcaster who was the voice of the Los Angeles Dodgers died at the age of 94.
The Dodgers team tweeted about the passing of Scully.
There will never be another Vin Scully. You will be forever missed. 🎙💙 pic.twitter.com/WyTmXsati5
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) August 3, 2022
The cross-freeway Angels followed suit, stating that "Vin's voice served as the perfect backdrop to some of our game's most beloved moments."
We extend our deepest sympathies to Vin Scully’s family, friends and the entire Dodgers Organization.
— Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) August 3, 2022
Vin’s voice served as the perfect backdrop to some of our game’s most beloved moments. His legacy and passion for storytelling will live on in the hearts of fans worldwide.
Gov. Gavin Newsom tweeted Scully defined his medium.
For literally millions of baseball fans, Vin’s voice WAS Dodger baseball.
— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) August 3, 2022
He defined his medium.
He was the common denominator across so many generations.
He was -- and is -- an absolute legend.
Rest In Peace, Vin. https://t.co/CpZ2Cmyif4
Mayor Eric Garcetti tweeted that Scully's passing was the end of a chapter in LA's history.
Vin Scully's passing is the end of a chapter of our city's history. He united us, inspired us, and showed us all what it means to serve. Our City Hall will be lit up for you tomorrow Vin, our dear friend, the Voice of LA. Thank you from a grateful and loving city. #vinscully
— Eric Garcetti (@ericgarcetti) August 3, 2022
The official account for Major League Baseball posted a tribute to Scully.
We mourn the passing of legendary @Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully. He was 94. https://t.co/L0pIR7j5mg pic.twitter.com/hZBzW4Z1WH
— MLB (@MLB) August 3, 2022
Basketball legend, Magic Johnson, tweeted to the Dodger fan base about the passing of Scully.
Dodger Nation, today we lost a Los Angeles and Major League Baseball legend, Vin Scully. Vin was the voice of the @Dodgers from Brooklyn to Los Angeles for over six decades. pic.twitter.com/MX6kNYbBrr
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) August 3, 2022
NBA superstar and current LA Laker LeBron James called Scully a "City of Angels icon."
Rest in Power. A City of Angels icon. Another great one who made sports so damn special. #LoveLA💙 https://t.co/zHPD78KEsE
— LeBron James (@KingJames) August 3, 2022
CBS Los Angeles reporter Jake Reiner paid homage to "the best there ever was or will be."
My goodness. The best there ever was or will be. We love you Vin. #AlwaysLA https://t.co/pSoUGjpsFp
— Jake Reiner (@Reiner_Jake) August 3, 2022
"The soundtrack of the city is silent tonight," said the LA Clippers in a tweet.
The soundtrack of the city is silent tonight. The Clippers join Angelenos and fans everywhere in mourning the loss of Vin Scully, forever in our ears and on our air. pic.twitter.com/ostM4Bjkzh
— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) August 3, 2022
The LA Chargers posted a tribute to Scully.
The heart of a city. A voice that bridged generations. An iconic storyteller who, through his words, brought so many summer nights and fall evenings to life. We’ve lost a true legend.
— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) August 3, 2022
RIP Vin Scully 💙 https://t.co/38UXCaCiez
The LA Rams also paid respects to the sportscaster.
The Rams are saddened by the loss of sports and Los Angeles icon Vin Scully. Our sincere condolences are with the Scully family, friends, and Dodgers organization. https://t.co/MTBxM33nGk
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) August 3, 2022
Jeff Passan, of ESPN, tweeted that Scully made baseball a more beautiful game.
Vin Scully was a storyteller, and nobody ever told the story of baseball better. He called games with such elegance and grace. He spoke only when necessary, allowing the broadcast to breathe when it demanded. He made baseball a more beautiful game. RIP. https://t.co/cmQ2nGJW3Y
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) August 3, 2022
ESPN's Scott Van Pelt offered additional thoughts on the impact left behind by both Scully and Bill Russell.
What’s so remarkable about Bill Russell and Vin Scully is how many generations they impacted. Been struck by how many decades each man continued to reach those who watched and listened and learned. Lives lived in such exceptional fashion.
— Scott Van Pelt (@notthefakeSVP) August 3, 2022
Longtime play-by-play radio announcer for the Mets, Howie Rose, said he demonstrated that language still matters.
The greatest baseball broadcaster who ever lived, Vin Scully, has passed away. It was an honor just to know him. He demonstrated that language still matters and forged an intimate bond with his listeners that the rest of us can only strive to achieve. The Renoir of broadcasters.
— Howie Rose (@HowieRose) August 3, 2022
The LA Fire Department posted a poetic tribute to the sportscaster.
Our tears, they fall like rain.
— #LAFD Talk (@LAFDtalk) August 3, 2022
No need to apologize, no need to explain.
Rest in Peace #VinScully. The Greatest of All Time. pic.twitter.com/s2GVwFLYth
Fellow broadcasters from the John and Ken Show tweeted that the Hall of Fame legend would be missed.
We are sad to report that Hall of Fame broadcasting legend #VinScully passed away today at age 94, according to a Dodgers news release, stating, “He was the voice of the Dodgers.” We’ve met him, he a kind, decent, remarkable man. #rip, Vin, you taught us well. pic.twitter.com/8K38PJqnpz
— John and Ken (@johnandkenshow) August 3, 2022
The Anaheim Ducks and the Los Angeles Kings tweeted tributes to Scully.
A Hall of Fame broadcaster and person. You will be missed, Vin Scully. https://t.co/unFv9Cj0ZW
— Anaheim Ducks (@AnaheimDucks) August 3, 2022
Statement from long-time LA Kings play-by-play announcer and Hockey Hall of Famer, Bob Miller on the passing of Vin Scully 💙🤍 pic.twitter.com/Uh4qEWbgtv
— LA Kings (@LAKings) August 3, 2022
The University of Southern California Athletic Department also posted a tribute to "the voice of our city."
#FightOnForever, Vin Scully.
— USC Trojans (@USC_Athletics) August 3, 2022
The voice of our city. pic.twitter.com/gR5DlMmbQI
Los Angeles International Airport announced that their iconic pylons would be lit Dodger blue in Scully's memory.
In memory of the great Vin Scully, tonight the iconic LAX pylons will glow in @Dodgers blue as we appreciate and remember this LA legend pic.twitter.com/v9AnfQfyho
— LAX Airport (@flyLAXairport) August 3, 2022
Former Dodger Dave Stewart also took to Twitter with his thoughts on the legendary broadcaster.
Vin Scully, there will never be a voice in baseball like Vinny. He was the standard for broadcasting. As he said it, you could see it, feel it, you were at the park. Vinny loved his family, baseball and the @Dodgers. RIP Vin Scully. My prayers to your family.
— Dave “Smoke” Stewart (@Dsmoke34) August 3, 2022
Iconic Dodger fan and and tennis great Billie Jean King posted a photo of herself with Scully.
Vin Scully, voice of the @Dodgers, has died.
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) August 3, 2022
He was a true sports storyteller & his #Dodgers career lasted 67 years, the longest tenure of any broadcaster w/a single team in pro sports history.
Our deepest condolences to his family. Rest easy, @TheVinScully. You will be missed. pic.twitter.com/wSbMf6NYtX
Scully's alma mater Fordham University shared their thoughts on Twitter.
Today we're mourning the passing of Fordham legend Vin Scully—the Voice of the Dodgers—who got his start at @wfuv and inspired generations of Fordham-trained broadcasters. RIP to one of the greats. pic.twitter.com/84bpd2wFvh
— Fordham University (@FordhamNYC) August 3, 2022
The PGA, for whom Scully called several tournaments over the years, posted a video tribute.
Rest in Peace broadcasting legend, Vin Scully.
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) August 3, 2022
An iconic voice in all sports, including golf. pic.twitter.com/BxIol3EoqW
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