A TV legend is set to make his final appearance on the long-running ‘College GameDay’.
Lee Corso will be bowing out in August, ending his almost four-decade-long career on the ESPN show.
When is Lee Corso retiring?
Corso turned 90 on August 7, and over his 38 years on College GameDay has become well known for his array of wild headgear.
But at such a momentous age, the broadcaster has called time on his career.
In a statement released by ESPN, Corso said: “My family and I will be forever indebted for the opportunity to be part of ESPN and College GameDay for nearly 40 years.
“I have a treasure of many friends, fond memories and some unusual experiences to take with me into retirement.”
ESPN announced that Corso’s final broadcast will be on August 30.
They also added that additional programming to celebrate Corso is planned in the days leading up to that weekend.
How long has Lee Corso been at ESPN?
It is truly the end of an era for sports fans, as Corso’s retirement marks the culmination of a career which began in 1987.
The headgear segment, which started in October 1996 in a game at Ohio State, acts as a predictor for the match.
Corso was a former college coach before joining ESPN[/caption]
Corso has gone 286-144 in his 430 selections since the segment started.
Throughout his time on the show, Corso has been a part of iconic moments, including going up against pop star Katy Perry in picks from The Grove at the University of Mississippi.
His affection for the Oregon Duck has flourished, including a motorcycle ride with the mascot.
The headgear segment has become widely loved by fans[/caption]
Corso’s career also suffered setbacks following a stroke in 2009, which left him unable to speak.
After some time away from our screens, Corso fortunately returned to the show later that year.
Before joining ESPN, Corso spent 28 years as a College Football pro and coach, including 15 years as a collegiate head coach at Louisville, Indiana and Northern Illinois.
On the departure, ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro said: “Lee Corso has developed a special connection to generations of fans through his entertaining style and iconic headgear picks.
“Lee is one of the most influential and beloved figures in the history of college football, and our ESPN team will celebrate his legendary career during his final College GameDay appearance this August.”
