Shirley Povich | |
|---|---|
 Shirley Povich as master of ceremonies at Cooperstown, 1955 | |
| Born | July 15, 1905 Eden, Maine, U.S. |
| Died | June 4, 1998 (aged 92) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Resting place | Elesavetgrad Cemetery |
| Occupation | |
| Alma mater | Georgetown University |
| Spouse |
Ethyl Friedman (m. 1932) |
| Children | 3, including Maury and Lynn |
Shirley Lewis Povich (July 15, 1905 – June 4, 1998) was an American sportswriter and columnist who spent his entire 1923-1988 career with The Washington Post. Known for his sports coverage, Povich also served as a World War II war correspondent.