Bob Uecker, legendary baseball player, celebrated broadcaster, actor, and WWE Hall of Famer (celebrity wing), has passed away at the age of 90, the Milwaukee Brewers announced this morning.
Bob’s family noted that he passed away after a battle with small cell lung cancer. They issued the following statement:
“It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Bob. To many, he was an announcer and entertainer whose humor and voice transcended the game, but to us he was so much more.
Bob faced a private battle with small cell lung cancer since early 2023, which he met with the same strength and resilience that defined him. Even in the face of this challenge, his enthusiasm for life was always present, never allowing his spirit to falter.
He brought joy to countless listeners through his wit, charisma, and love for baseball, Milwaukee, and all of Wisconsin, creating a legacy that will forever be cherished. While his contributions to the game are noteworthy, it is his kindness, humility, and love for family and friends that we will hold closest to our hearts.
We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time as we grieve and celebrate the man we were so lucky to call ours.”
Known as “Mr. Baseball,” Uecker began his Major League Baseball career with the Milwaukee Braves and later played for the St. Louis Cardinals, where he won a World Series in 1964. Uecker’s contributions to baseball extended far beyond the field, as he became the beloved play-by-play announcer for the Milwaukee Brewers in 1971, a role he held for over five decades. A statue honoring his legacy stands proudly outside the Brewers’ stadium.
Beyond baseball, Uecker made his mark as an entertainer. He starred as the patriarch in the sitcom Mr. Belvedere and brought humor and charm to the silver screen with his role as a baseball announcer in the hit movie Major League. His wit and larger-than-life personality endeared him to fans across generations.
In the world of wrestling, Uecker was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2010. He famously served as a ringside announcer at WrestleMania III and a backstage interviewer at WrestleMania IV, where his humorous and memorable encounter with Andre the Giant remains iconic.
Bob Uecker’s legacy as a sports and entertainment icon will live on, leaving a lasting impact on baseball, broadcasting, and pop culture.
