James William Nantz III is an American journalist and lead play-by-play announcer and anchor for CBS Sports.
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Best Known For:The television program The NFL on CBS
Breakthrough:Joined CBS Television Network and quickly became central to major national sports broadcasting in 1985
10 Quick Facts About James William Nantz III
- Full Name: James William Nantz III
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Host and sportscaster
- Known For: The television program The NFL on CBS
- Current Role: Lead play-by-play announcer and anchor
- Current Employer: CBS Sports
- Place of Birth: Charlotte, North Carolina
- Birth Year: 1959
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Courtney Richards
James William Nantz III Age
James William Nantz III is about 67 years old as of 2026. James William Nantz III was born in 1959.
James William Nantz III Height
James William Nantz III stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches. This is approximately 191 cm.
Education
He attended University of Houston, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Radio/Television.
- University of Houston
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Radio/Television
- Period: 1981
Career & Work
James William Nantz III's career includes news and reporting roles with CBS Sports.
Organization: CBS Sports
Role: Lead Anchor and Play-by-Play Announcer
Period: 1985–Present
Organization: CBS Sports
Role: NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Play-by-Play Announcer
Period: 1991–2023
Details: Concluded a notable 32-year run anchoring the network's Men's Final Four coverage.
Rise to Fame
James William Nantz III rose to prominence for his role on the television show The NFL on CBS.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes The NFL on CBS and Always By My Side.
Television
- TV Show: The NFL on CBS (Lead Play-by-Play Announcer, 1985-Present) — Lead commentary role for the network's primary professional football broadcasts
Books
- Book: Always By My Side (Author, 2008) — A New York Times bestselling book chronicling his father's battle with Alzheimer's disease
Notable Coverage
- Super Bowl LVIII - CBS - 2024 - Called his 7th Super Bowl broadcast in Las Vegas
- NCAA Men's Final Four Trifecta - CBS - 2007 - Completed the rare broadcasting trifecta calling the Super Bowl, NCAA Final Four, and the Masters in 63 days
Awards & Achievements
- Emmy Award — Outstanding Sports Personality
- Lifetime Achievement Award — Broadcasting + Cable Hall of Fame
James William Nantz III Family & Relationships
James William Nantz III is married to Courtney Richards.
- Father: James Nantz Jr
Lesser Known Facts
- Co-founded a fine wine brand named The Calling alongside wine industry executive Peter Deutsch.
Personal Information
- Full Name: James William Nantz III
- Popular As: Jim Nantz
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Host and sportscaster
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Birth Year: 1959
- Place of Birth: Charlotte, North Carolina
Measurements
- Height: 6 ft 3 in
Family & Relationships
- Father: James Nantz Jr
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Courtney Richards
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- James Nantz Jr. (Parent • Father)
- Courtney Richards (Spouse • Wife)
