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John Thomas Ralph Augustine James Facenda (/ f ə. ˈ s ɛ n. d ə / fuh-SEN-duh; August 8, 1913 – September 26, 1984) was an American broadcaster and sports announcer. He was a fixture on Philadelphia radio and television for decades, and achieved national fame as a narrator for NFL Films and Football Follies.
Sep 22, 2017 · Narrated by John Facenda. (Produced in 1974) "The Autumn Wind is a pirate. Blustering in from sea, With a rollicking song, he sweeps along, Swaggering boisterously. His face is weather beaten....
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Jun 28, 2021 · The late John Facenda, the iconic voice of NFL Films, received the Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award in 2021. Learn how his baritone voice and narration helped popularize the game and its legends for generations of fans.
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May 13, 2020 · Listen to the legendary voice of John Facenda as he intones the poetry and drama of the NFL in this classic video.
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Jun 28, 2021 · John Facenda, a Philadelphia broadcaster who later became known as “The Voice of God,” has been posthumously awarded the Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award, which is given each year to a member of the media for “longtime exceptional contributions to radio and television in professional football.”
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The late broadcaster and sports announcer from Philadelphia is honored for his longtime exceptional contributions to radio and television in professional football. He narrated NFL Films highlights and became known for his distinctive style and voice that enhanced the game's power and character.