Myron Cope
Acting
Biography
Born in Pittsburgh (January 23, 1929), Myron rejected America's huge markets - from New York to San Francisco - and the networks, and surely millions of dollars. For Myron, Pittsburgh and the Steelers meant happiness. "Why mess with happiness?" he told his family. Never has he regretted his choice. Myron fashioned successful careers as a newspaperman, magazine writer (mostly, Sports Illustrated), author of five books, and of course as a television-radio performer. His 35 years as color analyst in the Pittsburgh Steelers radio booth are by far an NFL record. Myron announced his retirement in June, 2005, at the age of 76. He died on February 27, 2008.
Known For
A documentary about the 1976 Pitt Panthers football season.
Pitt Is It!
"Myron, we miss you." Total strangers constantly speak those four words to Myron Cope. In retirement he is missed, all right. But from this priceless video vault, his fans once again can share the versatility he brought to broadcasting over almost four decades. Twirling a Terrible Towel (Myron's creation) while watching is optional.
Myron's Memorable Moments
Like many men his age, Dr. Ravi finds himself halfway through his life having not yet achieved the greatness he anticipated. Sure, he could buy a sports car or find a hot, young babe to help him through his midlife crisis, but Dr. Ravi yearns for more. His search for divine fulfillment takes him from the halls of a hospital to what he believes is his true calling - directing and producing a true "timeless classic" motion picture. On his journey, he must cope with unscrupulous agents, reluctant colleagues, an unenthusiastic wife and even the Mafia. From the streets of Pittsburgh to the sun-swept shores of South Africa, Dr. Ravi's search takes him near and far eventually bringing him to the realization that it's not important what he does or how well he does it, as long as he just does something. Can a busy doctor moonlight as a filmmaker or is his comical adventure just a midlife crisis in the making?
Dr. Ravi & Mr. Hyde
Discusses the cultural significance of both the sport of football and the steel mills in Pittsburgh and Southwestern Pennsylvania. Includes comments from football stars hailing from the region.