We found out today the cancer had spread throughout Bens organs and there was nothing left we could do-we had to let him go," Herbstreit announced on social media on Thursday. The news brought in an abundance of heartfelt tributes and prayers.

Last week, Kirk Herbstreit announced the death of his beloved golden retriever, Ben. Ben had become a cult hero over the past few years as he accompanied

The video says 'Dogs only flaw as a species is they don't live long enough' and truer words were never spoken. We will forever miss Ben.

ESPN and Amazon announcer Kirk Herbstreit delivered sad news on Thursday. His charming Golden Retriever, Ben, succumbed to cancer. Ben had become America’s Dog, traveling with Herbstreit as he called games for each network. Schools began to create credentials for Ben and he received gifts and love everywhere he went.

Football broadcaster Kirk Herbstreit confirmed on Thursday that his beloved golden retriever Ben had died. A regular companion with Herbstreit on ESPN college football Saturdays, Herbstreit shared the heartbreaking update on Ben the dog’s death on Twitter (X).

Cheyenne Animal Shelter CEO Britney Tennant says the nation's collective sadness over the death of Ben, the beloved Golden retriever of ESPN analyst

Herbstreit’s beloved golden retriever had become somewhat of a celebrity through frequent appearances on ESPN’s “College GameDay” and in the broadcast booth.

Kirk Herbstreit revealed that his cherished golden retriever Ben, who rose to fame at college football stadiums, passed away following a protracted illness.

Kirk Herbstreit shared that he and his family decided to "let go" of their golden retriever Ben after learning the dog's cancer had spread to his organs.

College GameDay's' Kirk Herbstreit delivered a moving tribute to his dog Ben, who died this week. Ahead of the monologue, Herbstreit broke down at the panel.

ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit was overcome with emotion while talking about his late service dog, Ben, during "College GameDay."