Tiger Woods Mourns NBC Broadcaster Dan Hicks, Hails His Legacy

WHO:

Fox News - Al Michaels delivered the tribute to Dan Hicks during Thursday Night Football.

US Magazine - Tiger Woods described Dan Hicks as a longtime friend.

Bleacher Report - Tiger Woods paid tribute to Hicks; Hannah Storm and Hicks’ children were mentioned in Woods’ message.

Daily Mail Sports - Dan Hicks was an NBC sportscaster; Tiger Woods is a 15-time major winner.

WHAT:

Fox News - Michaels said Hicks joined NBC Sports in 1992 and covered iconic moments in golf, tennis, and Notre Dame football.

Fox News - Michaels praised Hicks’ work with Rowdy Gaines calling swimming at multiple Olympics, describing it as “an art form.”

Fox News - Michaels sent “our love to Hannah and her three daughters,” wishing them “strength and comfort.”

Fox News - Michaels briefly paused and his voice cracked while delivering the tribute, then resumed his football commentary.

Fox News - Michaels celebrated his 82nd birthday during the broadcast.

US Magazine - Woods wrote on X: “Dan Hicks was beloved by all who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside him. His kindness, warmth, and presence will be deeply missed.”

Bleacher Report - Woods praised “the incredible job he did for our sport for decades” and wrote, “I hope they find comfort in knowing how much he meant to so many people and the lasting impact he made on everyone whose life he touched.”

Daily Mail Sports - Hicks called some of Woods’ most memorable golf moments on the microphone.

WHERE:

Fox News - Michaels delivered the tribute during the fourth quarter of the Washington Commanders’ game against the New York Giants.

Fox News - Woods interviewed with Hicks after winning the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta.

US Magazine - Woods posted his tribute on X.

Bleacher Report - Golf Channel’s Todd Lewis held a moment of silence before the afternoon round of the Austin Championship.

WHY:

Bleacher Report - Woods’ message offered comfort to Storm and the children by recognizing Hicks’ importance to many people and his lasting impact.

Al Michaels honored longtime NBC sportscaster Dan Hicks during Thursday Night Football. Tiger Woods remembered Hicks as a beloved friend whose warmth and kindness will be missed. Michaels sent love and comfort to Hicks’ wife, Hannah Storm, and their daughters.