Myron Cope

Guide Note

Myron Cope was a sports journalist who, for 35 years, was the voice of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is also known as the creator of the Terrible Towel. Cope was a lifelong Pittsburgher, receiving his education from Taylor Allderdice High School and the University of Pittsburgh. By the age of 22 he was already working for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and was able to freelance with articles published in both Sports Illustrated and the Saturday Evening Post. His most notable piece was a profile of sportscaster Howard Cosell, which was selected by Sports Illustrated as one of the greatest articles they've ever published. In the 60s Cope was given a radio show on WBGG, from there he was offered a job as part of the Steeler's Radio team in 1970 where he remained until his retirement in 2005. Cope died on February 27, 2008 at the age of 79 of respiratory failure.

Fast Facts

1. Born January 23, 1929 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
2. Given name is Myron Sidney Kopelman
3. Graduated from the University of Pittsburgh
4. Famous quotes include "Yoi" & "Double Yoi"
5. Credited with being the creator of the Terrible Towel in 1975
6. The only National Football League commentator in the Radio Hall of Fame
7. Retired from radio broadcasting on June 21, 2005