– HBO has decided to cancel Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel
– The show ends after 27 years and 30 seasons
– Over the years, the show has received 33 Emmy Awards
HBO has announced the cancellation of their long-running show, “Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel,” which will end after 27 years and 30 seasons. The series had been running on the network since 1995 and was one of the few remaining sports programs left on HBO.
“Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel” initially aimed to investigate and report on some of the darker aspects of the sports world but later shifted to cover various stories often overlooked in mainstream sports coverage. From investigating exploitative practices within the sports industry to highlighting the courage and determination of inspiring individuals in sports, the show was known for its unique storytelling approach.
Throughout its tenure, “Real Sports” received numerous awards and accolades, garnering 33 Sports Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award, and a duPont Award. It was also hailed as one of the most thorough investigative sports programs on television.
However, the cancellation comes amid a restructuring effort at HBO, with the company increasingly focusing on its upcoming streaming service. This strategic shift has led to the discontinuation of several other high-profile shows on the network.
The final episode of “Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel” aired on October 26th, marking the end of an era for fans and a significant loss in the sports journalism space. As the show comes to a close, Gumbel expressed his gratitude to viewers, stating, “A heartfelt thank you to those viewers smart enough to have been a part of us these past 27 years.”