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    Bob Costas Revisits 'A League of Their Own' on MLB Network (Video)

    Bob Costas Revisits 'A League of Their Own' on MLB Network (Video)

    12:38 pm PST 1/27/2013
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    Director Penny Marshall tells the sportscaster Demi Moore turned down the starring role because she was pregnant: “Bruce Willis literally screwed her out of the part." READ MORE

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    Bob Costas to Revisit Classic Baseball Films on New MLB Network Show (Exclusive)

    Bob Costas to Revisit Classic Baseball Films on New MLB Network Show (Exclusive)

    6:00 am PST 1/10/2013
    • Aaron Couch
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    “Costas at the Movies” will feature in-depth interviews with the stars and filmmakers behind movies including “A League of Their Own” and “Cobb.” READ MORE

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  3. In the Magazine
    Watch Video Gabrielle Douglas Leaps in Air Next to Bob Costas (Photo)

    Gabrielle Douglas Leaps in Air Next to Bob Costas (Photo)

    5:00 am PST 12/19/2012
    • Marisa Guthrie
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    Two of the most recognizable smiles from NBC's Summer Games pose for THR's Rule Breakers portfolio, along with executive producer Jim Bell. READ MORE

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  4. Behind the Scenes of THR’s Gabby Douglas, Bob Costas Photo Shoot

    5:00 am PST 12/19/2012
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    A behind the scenes look at our cover shoot with Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas and sportscaster Bob Costas. Gabby shares why she wanted to writer her book ‘Grace, Gold & Glory’ which reveals her life story and her experience at the games in London. READ MORE

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    Bill O'Reilly Defends Bob Costas, Explains Karl Rove's Election Night Meltdown on 'Tonight Show' (Video)

    Bill O'Reilly Defends Bob Costas, Explains Karl Rove's Election Night Meltdown on 'Tonight Show' (Video)

    9:54 pm PST 12/6/2012
    • Kimberly Nordyke
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    The Fox News Channel personality also continues to weigh in on Psy -- who he believes has ripped off Chubby Checker -- and the Rhode Island governor's "holiday tree." READ MORE

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  6. Bob Costas Continues to Defend Gun-Control Comments (Video)

    Bob Costas Continues to Defend Gun-Control Comments (Video)

    8:07 pm PST 12/5/2012
    • Kimberly Nordyke
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    "I don’t want to repeal the second amendment," he says on Thursday night's installment of his NBC Sports Network show, after making headlines for speaking out on the NFL murder-suicide. READ MORE

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  7. Bob Costas to Debate Bill O'Reilly Over Gun Control on Fox News (Video)

    Bob Costas to Debate Bill O'Reilly Over Gun Control on Fox News (Video)

    4:25 pm PST 12/5/2012
    • Paul Bond
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    A preview clip reveals the sportscaster clashing with the "O'Reilly Factor" host over the right to bear arms. READ MORE

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    Bob Costas Defends 'Sunday Night Football' Gun Control Speech

    Bob Costas Defends 'Sunday Night Football' Gun Control Speech

    9:41 am PST 12/4/2012
    • Jordan Zakarin
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    The broadcaster, who spoke out following a murder-suicide involving a Kansas City Chiefs player, said "most reasonable people" think gun laws are insufficient. READ MORE

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  9. Watch Video In Wake of NFL Murder-Suicide, Bob Costas Preaches Gun Control During Halftime of Eagles-Cowboys Game (Video)

    In Wake of NFL Murder-Suicide, Bob Costas Preaches Gun Control During Halftime of Eagles-Cowboys Game (Video)

    8:36 pm PST 12/2/2012
    • Kimberly Nordyke
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    The NBC broadcaster's rant was spurred by Saturday's tragedy involving Kansas City Chiefs starting linebacker Jovan Belcher, who fatally shot his girlfriend before killing himself in front of his coach and GM. READ MORE

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  10. Stories from Afghanistan, Arab Spring Dominate News & Documentary Emmys

    Stories from Afghanistan, Arab Spring Dominate News & Documentary Emmys

    10:27 am PDT 10/2/2012
    • Marisa Guthrie
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    Univision's Jorge Ramos and Maria Elena Salinas accept Lifetime Achievement award while Bob Costas earns his first news Emmy for his Jerry Sandusky interview. READ MORE

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    Watch Video Bob Costas Digs at NBC Executives on 'Conan' (Video)

    Bob Costas Digs at NBC Executives on 'Conan' (Video)

    10:31 am PDT 9/13/2012
    • Jordan Zakarin
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    The sportscaster, not shy about sharing his opinions, makes fun of the network for its coverage of the Olympics Closing Ceremony, among other things. READ MORE

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  12. Olympics 2012: NBC Criticized for Interrupting Closing Ceremony to Preview 'Animal Practice'

    Olympics 2012: NBC Criticized for Interrupting Closing Ceremony to Preview 'Animal Practice'

    12:40 am PDT 8/13/2012
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    Surprised viewers also took the network to task for editing out parts of the ceremony, including performances by Muse and Ray Davies of the Kinks. READ MORE

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  13. Olympics 2012: Bob Costas Casts the Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh Movie

    Olympics 2012: Bob Costas Casts the Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh Movie

    1:25 pm PDT 8/9/2012
    • Seth Abramovitch
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    The NBC host says the crew "reached a consensus" about who should play the three-time gold medal winners in the movie of their lives. Do you agree? READ MORE

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  14. In the Magazine
    Tim Goodman: Why I'm Not Complaining About NBC's Olympics Coverage

    Tim Goodman: Why I'm Not Complaining About NBC's Olympics Coverage

    6:00 am PDT 8/8/2012
    • Tim Goodman
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    THR's TV critic says NBC deserves a whole lot of credit for shelling out over $4 billion for rights to the next four Games. READ MORE

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  15. Olympics 2012: 78% of Viewers Think Ryan Seacrest Is Doing a Good Job

    Olympics 2012: 78% of Viewers Think Ryan Seacrest Is Doing a Good Job

    6:00 am PDT 8/8/2012
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    Americans also reveal their three favorite moments from the Games so far and if NBC's relentless ads for new shows are stoking their interest. READ MORE

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  16. London 2012: Officials Deny Olympic Record Holder's Request to Present Michael Phelps His 19th Medal

    London 2012: Officials Deny Olympic Record Holder's Request to Present Michael Phelps His 19th Medal

    5:46 pm PDT 8/1/2012
    • Kimberly Nordyke
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    Former Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina was in London to watch the swimmer's history-making race Tuesday night. READ MORE

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  17. Variance Picks Up Steve James' Doc 'Head Games'

    Variance Picks Up Steve James' Doc 'Head Games'

    6:42 pm PDT 7/31/2012
    • Gregg Kilday
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    The film, which will be released theatrically in September, looks at sports and traumatic head injuries. READ MORE

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  18. Bob Costas Fulfills Promise to Call Out IOC Over Refusal to Honor Munich Massacre

    Bob Costas Fulfills Promise to Call Out IOC Over Refusal to Honor Munich Massacre

    7:17 pm PDT 7/27/2012
    • Marisa Guthrie
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    "For many, tonight, with the world watching, is the true time and place to remember those who were lost, and how and why they died," said Costas as the Israeli delegation entered London's Olympic Stadium. READ MORE

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  19. Olympics 2012: Bob Costas' Protest Over IOC's Israel Decision Not Worrying EP Jim Bell

    Olympics 2012: Bob Costas' Protest Over IOC's Israel Decision Not Worrying EP Jim Bell

    10:25 am PDT 7/26/2012
    • Jordan Zakarin
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    The man in charge of NBC's sprawling London coverage says he's confident in his lead broadcaster's ability to handle a sensitive subject. READ MORE

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  20. Watch Video Bob Costas' 5 Most Memorable Interviews (Video)

    Bob Costas' 5 Most Memorable Interviews (Video)

    9:00 am PDT 7/18/2012
    • Marisa Guthrie
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    From Mickey Mantle admitting he wasn't a "good father" to Mark McGwire confirming his steroid use, five interviews in which Costas hit it out of the park. READ MORE

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    A behind the scenes look at our cover shoot with Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas and sportscaster Bob Costas. Gabby shares why she wanted to writer her book ‘Grace, Gold & Glory’ which reveals her life story and her experience at the games in London.

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