Veteran NFL announcer Greg Olsen is mourning a tragic loss.
Olsen, a three-time NFL Pro Bowler turned Fox Sports broadcaster, is mourning a tragic loss on Thursday. His older brother, Chris, has died. He was just 42 years old.
The former NFL star announced the tragic news on social media.
"It is with great sadness that I share this update. Despite fighting with every ounce of his being, my older brother Chris has lost his battle with Glioblastoma. This terrible disease took many things, but it could never take Chris’s spirit for life," Olsen announced.
"These past few weeks, people came from all over the country to Little Rock to share Chris stories. We laughed. We cried. We remembered a larger than life personality who made everyone feel his love. More importantly, he was able to feel the love and impact he made on countless people over his 42 years."
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NFL fans are sending their prayers.
"Love the Olsen family and Chris so much. Here for you always," Erin Andrews wrote.
"Condolences and prayers," one fan added.
"Rest easy Chris 🙏," one fan added.
"Sending Prayers ❤️," one fan added.
"I’m so sorry to hear this. Prayers with you and your entire family.🙏🙏," one fan added.
"I’m so sorry Greg. My condolences to you and your family," one fan added.
"I’m so sorry to hear this. ❤️," one fan added.
Olsen is thankful for the prayers, too
Olsen admitted that his family is devastated.
"Our family is devastated. Everyone could take a lesson on how to live life from Chris," he announced.
"I ask that everyone says a prayer for his amazing wife Lindsay. She was his life. He was her 'Lovie.' On behalf of our entire family, we thank everyone for their continued prayers and love. We have felt it. Love you brother ❤️"
Our thoughts are with his friends and family members during this difficult time.
May he rest in peace.