Former Today co-anchor Bryant Gumbel has been hospitalized in New York City following a medical emergency.
TMZ first reported the news on Tuesday, October 21. Gumbel was transported from his Manhattan apartment after 9 p.m. on Monday, October 20.
He reportedly remains hospitalized as of Tuesday. A family member told TMZ that Gumbel is "doing well," but did not disclose further details about his health.
Gumbel began his tenure on Today in 1982, departing the NBC series in 1997 to work at CBS.
In 2009, Gumbel revealed he had undergone surgery to remove a malignant tumor and part of one of his lungs. He discussed the procedure on Live With Regis and Kelly that year.
"It’s not something to hide from," Gumbel shared. "They went in, they cut open my chest, they took out a malignant tumor and a portion of my lung, and they took out some other stuff."
He added, "The pathology on most of the stuff had been benign, but enough aggressive cells had escaped the tumor that required treatment, and I went through that; now it’s done."
A year later, Gumbel provided a positive health update. He told People at the time, "I’m still doing well. Doctors tell me I’m free and clear, so I’m looking forward to better times."
Months before his hospitalization, Gumbel presented Today co-anchor Al Roker with a Lifetime Achievement Award. This occurred at the News & Documentary Emmy Awards 2025 ceremony in June.
Less than a year prior to his hospitalization, Bryant’s brother, veteran CBS sports commentator Greg Gumbel, died at 78. His passing was confirmed in a statement from his wife, Marcy, and daughter Michelle.
"It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved husband and father, Greg Gumbel," the statement read. "He passed peacefully, surrounded by much love after a courageous battle with cancer."
The statement continued, "Greg faced his illness as expected: with stoicism, grace, and positivity. He leaves a legacy of love, inspiration, and dedication to over 50 extraordinary years in the sports broadcasting industry; and his iconic voice will never be forgotten."
Greg Gumbel hosted The NFL Today for CBS alongside Terry Bradshaw. He also led the network’s coverage of the NCAA March Madness tournament from 1998 to 2023. He stepped down the following year, citing "family health issues."
David Berson, President of CBS Sports, also paid tribute to Greg in a statement.
"There has never been a more noble gentleman on television," Berson said, as reported by Entertainment Weekly. "He was loved and respected by those of us who had the honor of calling him a friend and colleague."
Berson concluded, "An extraordinary announcer and gifted storyteller, Greg starred in one of the most remarkable and innovative careers in sports radio of all time."