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Wed Mar 19, 2008 7:35 pm EDT

Legendary announcer sidelined

By Kevin Iole

Ring announcer Michael Buffer, who has become famous around the world for his deep baritone voice and his catch phrase of "Let's get ready to rumble," before major boxing matches, is going to be sidelined for several months because of throat surgery.

Buffer, 63, said Wednesday in an email that he will have surgery on Thursday to remove small tumors in his throat and neck.

"For the first time in over 25 years, I shall be taking some time off from announcing, acting, personal appearances and such for health reasons," Buffer wrote. "Before I say the reason why I want to be very clear that I intend to be returning to work as fit as ever as the prognosis and recovery for my health problem is very good to excellent.

"Tomorrow I will have surgery to remove some small tumors in my throat and neck. This will be done by one of the best surgeons in the world at one of the finest facilities in America and, as stated above, I have the highest expectations for a positive result. So, for the next couple of months I'll get to sit back and watch MLB, NBA and NCAA playoffs, Stanley Cup games and some great fights while you all work your butts off! Maybe this is working out better than I thought."

Leave your thoughts about "The Rumble Man" below and talk about some of your favorite Buffer moments.

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  1. The Matrix
    1. Posted by The Matrix Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:22 pm EDT

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    Wishing good luck. God bless you and your family
  2. kfootball15
    2. Posted by kfootball15 Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:50 pm EDT

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    lol did he really write that last part???
    but throat surgery doesnt sound so great for someone who needs to speak in order to earn a living... especially tumors...
  3. dodong junie
    3. Posted by dodong junie Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:44 pm EDT

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    boxing package is not complete without you sir. but dont worry, iyl do it for you for my family.."lets get ready to rumbleeeeeee!!!"..hmmm.. i cant do it, you're the BEST!!! WE WILL BE WAITING.. Relax and enjoy your vacation!!
  4. LASZLOB
    4. Posted by LASZLOB Thu Sep 03, 2009 8:21 pm EDT

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    Theeyyy swing into the fahrrr turrrrn, It's Miiiiichael Bufffferrr with the early lead; and Doooowwn the Strrrrretchchch he come-zuh, aaayy quarter ofa year to goooo-uh. It's Miiiichael Buffferrr pulling away ina Romp! You're the Maaaahhn, Miiiiichal!
  5. Sammyru
    5. Posted by Sammyru Thu Sep 03, 2009 9:02 pm EDT

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    Wishing you a speedy recovery!! Good Luck, God Bless and much love to you and yours. It will be one of the greatest come backs in all of boxing!!! We look forward to seeing and hearing you very soon!!
  6. elcampeon1963
    6. Posted by elcampeon1963 Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:53 pm EDT

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    He has been a class act. Good luck and God Bless.
  7. JAMES F
    7. Posted by JAMES F Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:02 pm EDT

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    MrBuffer you are the greatest
  8. G
    8. Posted by G Thu Sep 03, 2009 7:36 pm EDT

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    Michael Buffer's signature 'Let's get ready to rumble' is one of the best phrases out there. Wishing you a full recovery, Michael.
  9. free_pie_dig_in
    9. Posted by free_pie_dig_in Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:03 pm EDT

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    Mr. Buffer, here's to your best ringwork: Drederick Tatum versus Homer "The Southern Dandy" Simpson. No one does it - and may no one continue to do it - like you. All the best wishes for a complete recovery.
  10. bgame guy
    10. Posted by bgame guy Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:54 pm EDT

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    i wish you all the best for a speedy recovery mate,
  11. mangyan81
    11. Posted by mangyan81 Thu Sep 03, 2009 7:05 pm EDT

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    speedy recovery
  12. elbert APUKAY
    12. Posted by elbert APUKAY Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:53 pm EDT

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    wishing you all the best mr. ready to rumble man, get well very soon and god bless
  13. The Dude
    13. Posted by The Dude Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:16 pm EDT

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    From Romania with best wishes and love : Mr. Buffer, comeeeeeeeeeee back sooooooooon!
  14. svtiangs-desk
    14. Posted by svtiangs-desk Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:24 pm EDT

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    Wish you speed recovery and enjoy watching TV and game events with your family and love ones and enjoy couple of month of vacation ....:0
  15. ezekiel
    15. Posted by ezekiel Thu Sep 03, 2009 7:07 pm EDT

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    you are the first striker and exploding device before all matches in boxing...we hope for your success operation sir. we love to see you over and over again in the middle of the ring. goodluck!!
  16. Brian P
    16. Posted by Brian P Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:13 pm EDT

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    It just won't be the same without him opening the show for the next few months; I hope he makes a full recovery and enjoys some well-deserved time off. He's always been a complete professional who knows how to make a show.
  17. Mangler
    17. Posted by Mangler Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:12 pm EDT

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    Michael Buffer is the best voice in boxing, Good luck and we all hope for a speedy recovery. In the meantime, let's hear his brother Bruce do boxing.It won't seem like a main event without a Buffer announcing it. Until next time, Mangler Out
  18. eddie f
    18. Posted by eddie f Thu Sep 03, 2009 8:10 pm EDT

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    i sure hope the best for you michael buffer.
    boxing won't be the same without your phrase. i guess jimmy lennon jr. will be booked for these next few months huh?
    my favorite buffer moment was just this past weekend at the pacquiao - marquez fight when he himself called his phrase the best phrase in boxing history...that was funny, but true
    get well soon. we all will be waiting to rumble once again.
  19. magicpaxton
    19. Posted by magicpaxton Thu Sep 03, 2009 7:03 pm EDT

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    I want to wish you a full, and speedy recovery Mr Buffer!
  20. kid lat
    20. Posted by kid lat Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:40 pm EDT

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    good luck and im praying for your quick recovery, mr buffer.
  21. Cxx99
    21. Posted by Cxx99 Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:28 pm EDT

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    we still have Bruce Buffer he rocks lol
  22. Juan Miguel
    22. Posted by Juan Miguel Thu Sep 03, 2009 7:39 pm EDT

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    Bruce Buffer? A Legend...
    the best announcer of all time....
    i remember Pacman US debut fight against Lehlohonolo Ledwaba
    he pronounces Pacquiao as [profane]yuuuuw hihihi..
    he pronounced it properly when Manny chanted His Surname..
  23. kung-kung-kung
    23. Posted by kung-kung-kung Thu Sep 03, 2009 7:10 pm EDT

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    round 1 will not start without your famous "lets get ready to rumbleeeeeeeee". Get well soon Mr Buffer!
  24. ninio
    24. Posted by ninio Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:33 pm EDT

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    Oh my!!
    this is a bad sign for the PACMAN!
    He cant win without the BUFFER!! huhuhuhuhu....
    Let's bet for David Diaz.. cmon brows,!!!
  25. Bob R
    25. Posted by Bob R Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:10 pm EDT

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    Hey Bro- Do everything the Doctor says and get well. You're a class act and a credit to the sport of boxing. I have followed your career from the very beginning. It just won't be the same until you get back. You're in my prayers.

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