Former football player and veteran sports journalist Frank Gifford has died, his family announced on Sunday. He was 84.
In a statement, his family said:
It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father and friend, Frank Gifford. Frank died suddenly this beautiful Sunday morning of natural causes at his Connecticut home. We rejoice in the extraordinary life he was privileged to live, and we feel grateful and blessed to have been loved by such an amazing human being. We ask that our privacy be respected at this difficult time and we thank you for your prayers.
Gifford was an eight-time Pro Bowler and six-time All-Pro selection. His No. 16 is retired by the New York Giants and he's a member of the Pro Football and College Football Halls of Fame.
He finished his career with 3,609 rushing yards, 5,434 receiving yards and 77 touchdowns.
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Information from NBCNews.com