A bronze bust of Chicago's iconic sports broadcaster, Jack Brickhouse, grins along busy Michigan Avenue, neighboring the Chicago River bridge. In 2000, it was dedicated, displaying a bronze likeness of Brickhouse with a carved smirk. The statue reads 'Jack Brickhouse Hall of Fame Broadcaster 1917-1998'. Since 2000, Brickhouse's bronze visage has become a beloved attraction in the city, appreciated for its location along one of the city's busiest roads and its connections to Chicago sports history. Frequently tapped by passersby, the statue stands as a testament to Brickhouse's lasting impact.
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