BRISTOL, Conn. โ Renowned broadcaster Chris Berman has signed a contract extension with ESPN, ensuring his presence at the network through its 50th anniversary year in 2029. The announcement of this multiyear agreement came on Monday, shortly after Berman celebrated his milestone 70th birthday on Saturday.
Reflecting on his long-standing career, Berman expressed his astonishment at reaching such an age still working with the iconic sports broadcasting network. He expressed enthusiasm about participating in ESPNโs first Super Bowl broadcast in 2027, something he never envisioned when first joining.
Berman has been a staple at ESPN, having begun his journey with the network merely a month after its inception in September 1979. Notably, he was among the initial group of anchors for โSportsCenterโ and played a pivotal role in both NFL and baseball coverage on the platform.
His tenure as host of โNFL PrimeTimeโ alongside Tom Jackson extended from 1987 until 2005. In 2019, he reprised his hosting role following the showโs revival on the ESPN+ streaming service.
Berman is slated to contribute to ESPNโs historic first Super Bowl broadcast, set to air from Los Angeles on February 14, 2027. His contributions to sports broadcasting have been recognized with the 2010 Pro Football Hall of Fameโs Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award, and he has served as the master of ceremonies at the Hallโs induction ceremony since 1999.
ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro praised Berman for his lasting impact and charismatic presence, which have delighted and engaged fans over decades. Reaffirming Bermanโs exceptional influence on the network, Pitaro expressed happiness at Bermanโs continued role well into ESPNโs golden anniversary.