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Renowned broadcaster Charlie Neal, who died at 80, transformed HBCU football visibility through groundbreaking work at BET and ESPNU, mentoring a new generation of commentators.
The 2026 class of the Black College Football Hall of Fame honors NFL stars, pioneering coaches, and media figures whose contributions have shaped the sport and its community.
Six new inductees were celebrated at the 17th annual Black College Football Hall of Fame ceremony, which also paid tribute to the late Charlie Neal.
Legendary broadcaster Charlie Neal, celebrated for bringing HBCU football to national audiences, passed away on May 13. His work with BET, CBS and numerous halls of fame left an indelible mark on college sports.