What is Don Gillis's full name?
Donald A. Gillis
Don Gillis date of birth:
August 1, 1922
How old was Don Gillis when died?
85
Where was Don Gillis born?
Nova Scotia, Canada
When did Don Gillis die?
April 23, 2008
Where did Don Gillis die?
Falmouth, Massachusetts, USA
Why did Don Gillis die?
Stroke
Don Gillis body shape:
Average
What color is Don Gillis's hair?
Grey
What is Don Gillis's ethnicity?
White
What is Don Gillis nationality?
American
What is Don Gillis's occupation?
Sportscaster
Don Gillis claim to fame:
Boston's Channel 5
Short Biography
Donald A. "Don" Gillis (August 1, 1922 – April 23, 2008) was an American sportscaster, born in Canada, who was sports director of Boston's Channel 5 (WHDH-TV through March 18, 1972; thereafter WCVB-TV) from 1962 through 1983. Gillis pioneered the 11 p.m. sports report in Boston during his tenure at WHDH-TV, becoming the dean of the city's sports anchors, and also would host highly popular candlepin bowling programs on the station from 1967 to 1996.