Big Ten Network Broadcaster Mike Hall Shares Wife’s Cancer Diagnosis In Heartfelt Social Media Post!

Mike Hall's wife Linda Hall started chemotherapy on Monday, December 30.

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Mike Hall, an American sports broadcaster of the Big Ten Network, recently revealed about his wife Linda Hall’s cancer earlier this year.

Earlier on November 29, 2024, Mike Hall took to his Twitter to reveal that his wife Linda, who is currently 37 years old, is battling breast cancer.

He started by stating:

“I have something heavy to share; my wife Linda has breast cancer, normally i would never ever share this private a thing on social media, but i am because Linda wants me to.”

Mike Hall continued by saying that his wife found a small lump and thought it was nothing and almost ignored it, but knowing two young ladies who recently got cancer, she chose to get it looked.

Likewise, Mike shared the post to raise awareness and to encourage people not to ignore the signs.

He further revealed that back in November 2024, Linda had a double mastectomy, and her recovery would take a while.

Since Mike and Linda Hall revealed the cancer, they have been receiving lots of love and support from people who are sending their prayers for Linda’s fast recovery.

Illinois Basketball Team Surprises Mike Hall and His Wife With a Heartfelt Gift!

Before the game between the Univeristy of Illinois and Chicago State University on Sunday, December 29, 2024, the Illinois team surprised Mike Hall with a gift.

Moreover, Illinois head coach Brad Underwood gave Mike Hall a basketball autographed by the entire team as a gift for his wife, Linda, who is an Illinois graduate.

In response to the gift, Mike Hall stated:

“The outpouring of love and support from friends, from acquaintances, from strangers has been just a delightful slice of human decency at a time when we really needed it.”

Mike Hall also revealed that his wife Linda is a huge Illinois hoops fan and will freak out when she sees the gift.

Likewise, Mike Hall and Linda Hall have been each other’s constant sources of support for years. The couple tied the knot on November 8, 2014.

Mike Hall and Linda Hall are proud parents of three children, including two daughters and a son.

The couple often share glimpses of their personal life on social media, enjoying their life to the fullest.

Linda Hall, Began Her Professional Journey In 2009!

Linda Hall earned her bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism and business from the University of Illinois Urbana in 2009 before beginning her professional journey.

After graduating from the University of Illinois, Linda worked as a production Intern at Comcast Sportsnet Chicago for around four months.

Linda joined CBS Local and 670 The Score Sports Radio in 2010, initially as a sales associate but later as an account executive.

Similarly, with years of experience, Linda became the account manager of Imagination in 2012 and served her position for almost two years before becoming the senior account manager of Upshot.

Since November 2014, Linda Hall has been a membership advisor of Chicago Athletic Clubs in Chicago, Illinois.

In Case You Didnt Know

  • Mike Hall was born Michael James Hall on February 20, 1982, in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.
  • He graduated from the University of Missouri with a journalism major and works as a sideline reporter for NFL games on Fox.
  • Mike is popular for winning the first season of ESPN’s reality television show Dream Job.
Suruchi Lohani
Suruchi Lohani
Suruchi is a business management student with a strong passion for writing, particularly when it comes to sports. She loves creating articles and blogs that explore various aspects of the sports world. With a curious mind and a love for both academics and creativity, she constantly seeks to expand her knowledge and share her insights through her writing.

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