James Earl Jones Voiced the Greatest U of M Hype Video Ever
James Earl Jones may be forever remembered for his voice in Hollywood, but in Michigan, he'll be remembered as the voice of The Big House.
The actor, who passed away September 9, at the age of 93, was a towering presence in both Hollywood and the hearts of Michigan fans and left an indelible mark not just on the silver screen, but also on the hallowed grounds of Ann Arbor.
A proud member of the Class of 1955, Jones' deep connection to his alma mater goes far beyond his graduation. The actor, known for his iconic voice, became an integral part of Michigan football tradition when he narrated the hype video played in The Big House before the team runs onto the field.
First introduced in 2016 at the request of former head coach Jim Harbaugh, this video has electrified Wolverines fans, with Jones’ unmistakable voice adding to the energy. The video gets an update each year with the legendary voice adding all the passion and love of the game every Michigan fan feels during football season.
Harbaugh and the current team shared their tributes to one of the greatest voices to ever live on social media, with the football team sharing the updated 2024 hype video.
( You can watch it below)
James Earl Jones will always be a 'Michigan Man', a testament to the spirit and tradition that live on in Ann Arbor. His legacy, forever tied to the roar of the Big House and the pride of Michigan, is celebrated as the Wolverines charge onto the field with his voice leading the way. GO BLUE!
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