Before his film career, which actor called Major League Baseball games as a radio sportscaster?
Cary Grant
Ronald Reagan
John Wayne
Humphrey Bogart
Before transitioning to a successful film career, Ronald Reagan worked as a radio sportscaster, where he called Major League Baseball games. In the 1930s, Reagan was a sportscaster for several radio stations in Iowa, most notably WHO in Des Moines, where he recreated Chicago Cubs games based on telegraph reports. These broadcasts involved adding flair and commentary, which helped him develop his smooth, confident speaking style. His broadcasting work led him to Hollywood, where he became a major film star before later entering politics and serving as the 40th president of the United States.
Correct Answer: Ronald Reagan