Legendary Steelers broadcaster Myron Cope dies at 79

As you're aware, this website is dedicated to MMA, however, tragic news was reported yesterday as longtime Pittsburgh Steelers broadcaster, and inventor of 'The Terrible Towel', Myron Cope died yesterday morning of respiratory failure at the age of 79.

One of the last of the great sports characters, Mr. Cope's life and career were nothing less than book-worthy, even if he had to write it himself. Twice.

"Double Yoi" it was called both times, the second an updated version of the original 2002 volume, the title immortalizing one of Mr. Cope's signature exclamations, which, along with "Okle-dokle," "Dumbkopf!", and "How do?", became so familiar to his radio and TV audiences.

His creation of The Terrible Towel has developed into a worldwide symbol that is synonymous with Steelers football. He also helped immortalize the most famous play in NFL history when he popularized the term 'Immaculate Reception.'

The Terrible Towel is arguably the best-known fan symbol of any major pro sports team, has raised millions of dollars for charity and is displayed at the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

The Steeler Nation may have lost their favorite broadcaster, but they will never lose his voice.