Jim Donovan is an American sports journalist and sports anchor / play-by-play announcer for WKYC.
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Best Known For:Cleveland Browns Radio
Breakthrough:Became the radio play-by-play voice of the Cleveland Browns in 1999
10 Quick Facts About Jim Donovan
- Full Name: Jim Donovan
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Media Personality
- Known For: Cleveland Browns Radio
- Current Role: Sports Anchor / Play-by-Play Announcer
- Current Employer:WKYC
- Age: 69 years old
- Date of Birth: July 17, 1956
- Place of Birth: Boston, Massachusetts
- Marital Status: Married
Jim Donovan Age
Jim Donovan is about 70 years old as of 2026. Jim Donovan was born in 1956.
Education
He attended Boston University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Communication.
- Boston University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Communication
Career & Work
Jim Donovan's career includes news and reporting roles with WKYC and Cleveland Browns.
Organization: WKYC
Role: Sports Anchor
Period: 1985–2024
Details: Cleveland, Ohio
Organization: Cleveland Browns
Role: Radio Play-by-Play Voice
Period: 1999–2023
Rise to Fame
Jim Donovan rose to prominence for his role on the radio program Cleveland Browns Radio.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes Cleveland Browns Radio.
Other
- Work: Cleveland Browns Radio (Play-by-play announcer, 1999-2023)
Awards & Achievements
- Emmy Award — NATAS — Sports Broadcasting
Jim Donovan Family & Relationships
Jim Donovan is married to Cheryl Donovan. He has 1 child, including Meghan Donovan.
- Children:
- Meghan Donovan
Personal Information
- Full Name: Jim Donovan
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Media Personality
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Deceased
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: July 17, 1956
- Age: 69
- Birthday: July 17
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Place of Birth: Boston, Massachusetts
Measurements
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Brown
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Cheryl Donovan
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Cheryl Donovan (Spouse • Wife)
