Michael Buffer

Biography

Michael Buffer, born November 2, 1944, is an American ring announcer for boxing and professional wrestling matches. He pioneered a distinctive announcing style by rolling certain letters and adding inflections to fighter names, earning him recognition. Known for his trademarked catchphrase "Let's get ready to rumble!", Buffer was inducted into the International Sports Hall of Fame in 2019, cementing his status as a pioneering figure in sports broadcasting.