Phil Rizzuto(1917-2007)
- Actor
Phil Rizzuto was the NY Yankees star shortstop for 13 seasons between
1941 and 1956. A Hall of Famer, Rizzuto was the American League Most
Valuable Player in 1950. After his playing career, Rizzuto was a
popular long-time TV/radio announcer for the Yankees. He called the
action for 40 seasons from 1957 to 1996, and was known for his "Holy
Cow". Career peaked during the years with partners Bill White and Frank
Messer. Non-Baseball fans remember him for his years as spokesperson
for The Money Store.
