Longtime NBC Sports broadcaster Dan Hicks died Nov. 11 at the age of 64. Hicks was the network's lead voice of golf, Olympic swimming and skiing, and Notre Dame football.
The sports world was collectively devastated by the news of Hicks' unexpected passing, which was due to an acute illness. Many of his current or former colleagues and other sports personalities took to social media Thursday morning to express their condolences to his family and wife, fellow sportscaster Hannah Storm. Several also reminisced on their favorite moments from Hicks' illustrious career behind the mic.
See some notable social media tributes to Hicks:
He was the epitome of being able to walk with
kings while keeping the common touch. https://t.co/NZ9PRzXT0E pic.twitter.com/gEzeRqAnJo
— Eamon Lynch (@eamonlynch) November 12, 2026
Hicks' "Expect anything different?" call in 2008 is one of the all-time golf lines. He and Johnny Miller were so, so good together. pic.twitter.com/hpfMRWTZJo
— Josh Carpenter (@JoshACarpenter) November 12, 2026
I am so sorry to hear about Dan Hicks. I was a guest one time I he and Hannah’s home. Warm and loving family. For golf and all sports watchers, a major loss! 🙏🏼🌈
— Judy Rankin (@Jrprotalker) November 12, 2026
Dan Hicks was a pro’s pro. Over dinner, he’d have you laughing with spot-on impressions, rave about his brilliant wife & daughters, then order a great bottle of wine. A mentor who’d send me a text whenever he tuned in. A remarkable talent & person. pic.twitter.com/RccBJDTGFd
— Steve Burkowski (@SBurkowskiGC) November 12, 2026
Such a sudden and tragic loss in our NBC family, and more importantly, his own beautiful family 🤍 You truly did welcome me, and so many others, Dan. You will be so SO missed. https://t.co/jrDufRpeXc
— Cara Banks (@CaraBanksNBC) November 12, 2026
Roger Maltbie remembers longtime friend and colleague, Dan Hicks. pic.twitter.com/rNLWX1qxOG
— Golf Channel (@GolfChannel) November 12, 2026
Omg… Dan was the man…
— Michael S. Kim (@Mike_kim714) November 12, 2026
Rest in peace 🥲🙏 https://t.co/EyMid85frK
So sad to hear about the passing of Dan Hicks. I grew up listening to him and always loved his passion for sports. Was lucky enough to spend some time around him the last several years and you will not find a nicer man! He will be missed
— Colt Knost (@ColtKnost) November 12, 2026
Devastated by the news of Dan Hick’s passing. He was an absolute riot to be around. Incredibly talented in the booth. Always encouraging to his teammates. How lucky we were to have known him, and how heartbreaking it is to say goodbye.
— Brandel Chamblee (@chambleebrandel) November 12, 2026
The PGA of America mourns the sudden loss of Dan Hicks, the voice of NBC Sports’ Ryder Cup coverage since 2002. pic.twitter.com/mPq2r10IDn
— PGA of America (@PGA) November 12, 2026
My heart &🙏🙏🙏go out to Hannah Storm @espn & her family on the passing suddenly of her husband NBC tv outstanding sports broadcaster Dan Hicks due to an acute illness ! May Dan RIP!
— Dick Vitale (@DickieV) November 12, 2026
Good Lord, Dan Hicks was a sweet, gentle soul. Had an amazing time in Ireland two years ago when we unexpectedly and surprisingly met up with him and Hannah while they vacationed pre Open Championship. Shocking and sad. Waves of support and love to Hannah and daughters. https://t.co/SjeyBhSrCl
— BucciOT.Com (@Buccigross) November 12, 2026
Dan Hicks’ call of the Michael Phelps-Jason Lezak relay from the 2008 Olympics will long live as one of the greatest ever.
— Mark Harris (@itismarkharris) November 12, 2026
Rest in peace to a legend. pic.twitter.com/6CZfqmfsU1
I'm going to watch the Jason Lezak race 300 times today.
— Kyle Porter (@KylePorterNS) November 12, 2026
Those Michael Phelps Gold Medal calls from the 2008 Beijing Olympics on NBC. Just incredible thinking back on Dan's call of all of those. So many other incredible sports moments from Dan in so many sports.
— Austin Karp (@AustinKarp) November 12, 2026
Just so sad. https://t.co/03Qe3RXnTk
Smooth and perfect tone with every sport he called.
— Paul Pabst (@PaulPabst) November 12, 2026
When he and Rowdy Gaines called swimming at the Olympics, that was a master class. https://t.co/tWJKm5AbLK
Nick Stavas is a digital producer and commerce writer for Golfweek. Follow him on X/Twitter (@nickstavas).
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