Blackie Sherrod (November 9, 1919 – April 28, 2016) was a renowned American sportswriter and columnist, best known for his work at The Dallas Morning News and Fort Worth Star-Telegram. With a career spanning over 70 years, he covered major sports events from baseball to football. His distinctive writing style, marked by wit, humor, and deep insight, influenced generations of readers and journalists. Sherrod received numerous awards, including induction into the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Hall of Fame. He is remembered as a pioneer in sports journalism.