Bill Davidge - Awful Announcing
Credit: Columbus Blue Jackets
awfulannouncing.comHere’s the latest on Bill Davidge:
- Multiple outlets reported his death in May 2026. A widely cited source confirms he died at age 72 and was a longtime Columbus Blue Jackets broadcaster, affectionately remembered as “Dapper”.[2][3][8]
- Tributes poured in from the hockey community, including the Blue Jackets’ official accounts and colleagues, highlighting his impact as a broadcaster and ambassador for the team.[8][2]
- Beyond hockey, Davidge was a notable figure in Ohio hockey circles and had previously contributed to the Miami hockey program; obituaries and memorials have referenced his broader legacy in the sport.[6][10]
If you’d like, I can pull together a quick timeline of his broadcasting career with key milestones and a short synthesis of the tributes from various outlets.