Richard John Vitale, better known as “Dickie V,” is an American basketball analyst. He is a former college and professional head coach who is best known for his 41-year stint as an ESPN college basketball broadcaster. He is known for his catchphrases like “This is awesome, baby!” and “diaper dandy” (outstanding freshman player), as well as his animated and colorful comments during games. He’s also the author of nine books and has appeared in several films.
Vitale was born in Passaic, New Jersey, and raised in Garfield. In his freshman year, he moved to East Paterson (now Elmwood Park). His father, John, worked as a piece-work clothing press operator while also working as a security guard. Mae, his mother, worked as a seamstress in a factory, sewing coats until she had a stroke.
Vitale graduated from East Rutherford High School and Seton Hall University with a bachelor of science degree in business administration in 1963. William Paterson University later awarded him a master’s degree in education.
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Dick Vitale enjoys social media, particularly Twitter. He usually writes about a wide variety of topics on his blog. “THANK YOU SO MUCH TO EVERYONE WHO RESPONDED SO WELL TO MY RECEIPT OF THE JIMMY V PERSERVANCE AWARD. via the @ESPN App @ESPNPR “one of his most recent posts To see more of his posts, follow him on Twitter at @Dick Vitale.
