Boxing Illustrated

We are saddened today by the loss of Bill Nimmo, the original 'Bill the Bartender' from the iconic Pabst Blue Ribbon fights seen on CBS back in the 1950's. Bill began his career in Cincinnati and eventally became an announcer for Jackie Gleason and even a game show host in addition to his duties peddling Pabst Blue Ribbon beer on Wednesday nights on CBS. You can still enjoy Bill on the Pabst replays seen on TVS Sports.Com and TVS Boxing.Net. Farewell, old friend. We'll keep your memory alive by continuing to call this blog 'Bill the Bartender'.