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Bill Rasmussen, ESPN Founder Dies
Bill Rasmussen, the founder of ESPN and known as the "father of sports television," died at age 93 from complications of Parkinson's disease. He established ESPN in 1979, creating the first 24-hour sports channel, and was recognized for his visionary approach. Despite early ownership changes, Rasmussen was celebrated for his role in shaping modern sports broadcasting.
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