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obituary7 months ago

John Brenkus, 'Sports Science' Host, Dies at 54 After Battle with Depression

John Brenkus, the Emmy-winning host and co-creator of ESPN's 'Sport Science,' died at age 54 after battling depression, which he openly discussed and credited with saving his life through therapy and support. His innovative series used technology to explore sports myths and earned six Emmy awards. Brenkus's death highlights the importance of mental health awareness and seeking help.

obituaries7 months ago

John Brenkus, 'Sports Science' Founder, Passes Away

John Brenkus, the founder and host of the Emmy-winning show 'Sports Science,' passed away after battling depression, which he openly discussed, including a suicide attempt in 2023. The show, known for explaining the science behind sports phenomena, was popular on ESPN and Fox Sports Net, and Brenkus had recently revived it on his own platform. His death has prompted tributes from the sports media community and highlights the importance of mental health awareness.