Biography of Ian Eagle
Ian Eagle is a well-known American sportscaster who works for NBA, NFL and college basketball games on CBS, TNT and TBS. He is also the Brooklyn Nets games for YES Network and the French Open for Tennis Channel. In addition, Eagle has also served as the CBS Sports play-by-play announcer for the Army-Navy football game since 2002. Throughout his career, Ian has been awarded numerous awards such as the 2002 New York Sports Emmy Award and the Bob Coast Prize.
Talking about his educational qualification, Ian attended high school from a local school in his hometown. Thereafter, he enrolled at Syracuse University’s SI Newhouse School of Public Communications from which he graduated in 1990. Furthermore, he was a member of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity. His career began at the University, where he worked as an announcer for WAER, a student radio station.
After that, he moved on and joined WFAN Radio in New York City as a producer. Two years later, he appeared on his own show called Bagels and Baseball. In addition, Eagle also appeared on the Jets, where he provided pre- and post-game news. A year later, he became a TV announcer for SportsChannel, which later became New York’s Fox Sports Net. In addition, he also worked as a play-by-play announcer for Jets games in 1997. Later, Ian joined CBS as an announcer for NFL and NCAA basketball.
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He has since worked for the station, and in 2010, he worked alongside Dan Fouts and became the third-team broadcaster for CBS NFL coverage. In 2002, Eagle joined the YES Network as a Nets announcer and has also worked for MSG Network and Fox Sports Net New York. Three years later, the game was split between the two broadcasters after Marv Albert joined the YES Network.
In addition, Ian also worked for TNT, where he teamed up with fellow YES member Mike Fratello. Since then, he has served for TNT in the first 2 rounds, although the amount of games will vary depending on whether the Nets make the playoffs. Eagle also worked play-by-play for Thursday Night Football at Westwood One. In addition, he also serves as the voice-over host for NBA Action and earlier NBA Jam. In 2013, he called the international broadcasts of the 2013 NBA Finals alongside Jim Spanarkel.
Before working together with Jim Jackson, Ian was announced to work as an announcer alongside Brian Anderson. In 2022, Eagle was announced to replace Jim Nantz as CBS’s lead play-by-play announcer. In addition, he will report on Turner Sports’ coverage of the NCAA tournament starting in 2024.
Ian’s Eagle Age
How old is Ian? He is 54 years old in 2023. Eagle was born in February 9, 1969 in Miami, Florida, United States. Furthermore, he celebrates his birthday on February 9 every year.
Height/Weight of Ian Eagle
Eagle stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 9 inches high. Its weight is estimated at approx. 68kg and has dark brown hair and brown eyes.
Partner Ian Eagle
Is Ian married or dating? Yes, he is happily married to his beloved wife Alisa. The two got married in 1994 and have been together ever since. The couple are the proud parents of two adorable children, Noah and Erin. Furthermore, the family lives in Essex Fells, New Jersey.
Ian Águia Filho
Ian’s son is also a sportscaster like him who is currently working as a radio announcer for the Los Angeles Clippers. In addition, Noah is also a play-by-play announcer for NBC Sports’ Big Ten Saturday Night and the Tennis Channel.
Ian Águia family
Eagle is the son of famous actor Jack Eagle and singer Monica Maris. His father is most notable for his appearance in such films as “Catskills Comedian”, “Brother Dominic” and “Mr.Cholesterol”. However, information about his siblings is not available at the moment.
Ian Eagle net worth
How much does Ian earn? He has an estimated net worth of between $ 1 million-$2 million dollars. His career as a sportscaster is the main source of his wealth, which has allowed him to lead a comfortable life.
Ian Eagle Salary
Eagle has an estimated salary ranging from $200,000 to $1 million dollars annually. Furthermore, he is one of the highest paid sportscasters on CBS, TNT, and TBS among their other stations.