Eddie Andelman, the “Godfather of Sports Radio” has died at the age of 89.
Andelman spent his entire 42 year career in his native Boston. “The Sports Huddle” would debut in 1969 on 1600 WUNR and then moved to 1030 WBZ and 590 WEEI before joining 850 WHDH in 1975. He would spend fifteen years at WHDH before returning to WEEI in 1991 following its flip to all-Sports. After a decade at WEEI, Andelman would move to 1510 WWZN in 2002 as afternoon host and finished his career at 96.9 WTKK before retiring at the end of 2010.
Andelman’s passing was announced by his sons who host the regional television show “Phantom Gourmet”.
Sorry to hear of the passing of Eddie Andelman..He was THE pioneer for Boston sports talk radio who set the bar for all others to live up to..My prayers and condolences to Judy and the entire Andelman family
— Glenn Ordway (@GlennDOrdway) June 15, 2026
I'm very sad to learn today of Eddie Andelman's passing. His unique brand of sports talk inspired many of us to get into the business and his success was unprecedented. A true pioneer for sports radio. My deepest condolences to the entire Andelman family.
— Jason Wolfe (@jasonlwolfe) June 15, 2026
RIP to sports radio legend Eddie Andelman, who in 2022 regaled us with his memories and tall tales of putting together the first King of the Ring and the 1985 AWA Wrestling for a Cure event in Boston. Glad we got some time with him before it was too late.
— The Lapsed Fan (@TheLapsedFan) June 15, 2026
RIP to the great Eddie Andelman. Not only the father of sports talk radio but one of the greatest radio hits of all time. Honored to have worked with him and call him a friend. “266-1100 you’re next on whdh” pic.twitter.com/y9bGO8ifjK
— Tom Shattuck (@tomshattuck) June 15, 2026
