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“We live in this world of tweeting, and social media, and anti-social media, and all the rest, so no matter what you say, there is going to be what people say is a firestorm. I don't know what a firestorm is.”

Quote by Al Michaels

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Al Michaels, born on November 12, 1944, is a renowned sports broadcaster with over four decades of career in the sports industry. Known for his passionate commentary style and deep knowledge of sports, he has become a household name in the world of sports broadcasting. more

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