George Michael Died

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Bernstein George Michael, a high-rated and hyperanimated Washington sportscaster whose use of game highlights on his syndicated sports program

It is with sadness on Christmas Eve that we report the passing of famed longtime DC sportscaster, George Michael (no relation). After 28 years with WRC-TV (Ch. 4), Michael resigned his position due to budget cuts in 2008.

The Sports Machine has now come to an end.

George Michael, longtime sports anchor at NBC4 in Washington D.C. and host of the nationally syndicated "Sports Machine," passed away Thursday at D.C.'s Sibley Hospital after a two year battle with cancer. (Image courtesy of the Washington Post)

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