Bud Collins

Sportscaster

Birthday June 17, 1929

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Ohio

DEATH DATE Mar 4, 2016 (86)

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About

American sports telecaster who became known for his colorful tennis commentary.

Before Fame

He served in the U.S. Army before becoming a college tennis coach.

Trivia

He earned the Red Smith award for outstanding sports writing in 1999.

Family Life

He married Anita Ruthling Klaussen, a photographer, in 1955.

Associated With

He coached Abbie Hoffman at Brandeis University.