Long-time TSN SportsCentre host Darren Dutchyshen passed away Wednesday, the network announced. He was 57.
“Darren Dutchyshen was a legend of Canadian sports broadcasting, a great teammate, and an essential part of TSN for the last three decades,” said Stewart Johnston, senior vice-president, sales and sports for Bell Media.
“A larger-than-life personality, Darren’s incredible sense of humour and magnetic energy made him a natural broadcaster who connected easily with viewers. His enthusiasm reminded us every day of why we love sports. Most significantly, Darren was a friend to all of us at TSN, and we will miss him dearly. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with his loved ones.”
Dutchyshen started at TSN in 1995, hosting SportsDesk and CFL Live.
The Regina native hosted TSN's flagship news program for the next three decades, joining Rod Smith and Jennifer Hedger for late-night editions.
Dutchyshen also hosted Olympic Prime Time during the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games and London 2012 Summer Games.
After the announcement, many paid tribute to Dutchyshen on social media.
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