Howard Finkel mentioned on Twitter that 40 years ago today, he made his ring announcing debut at Madison Square Garden. He was the greatest.
WWE posted a video of his debut.
Congratulations to @WWE Hall of Famer @HowardFinkel, who made his @TheGarden debut announcing @SammartinoBruno and more 40 YEARS AGO TODAY! pic.twitter.com/53aElNC6SS
— WWE (@WWE) January 17, 2017
On this date 40 years ago, I made my ring announcing debut in Madison Square Garden;what a ride it's been from there! Thank you all! #proud
— Howard Finkel (@howardfinkel) January 17, 2017
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