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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Rana Sarkar

‘Just an employee’: Lakers fans remember Lawrence Tanter’s humble response whenever he was called a legend after his death

Lawrence Tanter, a legendary public address announcer for the Lakers, died aged 76, the franchise announced on Wednesday night, September 23. “We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of legendary Lakers public address announcer Lawrence Tanter,” the Lakers said in a social media statement.

“For 43 years, LT’s voice served as the soundtrack to Lakers games at the arena. He will be remembered as a cherished member of the Lakers family,” the statement further reads.

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