John Sterling is a recently retired Yankee announcer known for his iconic home run calls; however, his greatest creations are his four children, triplets Veronica, Bradford, and Derek, who are 23 years old, and Abigail, who is 26. The kids attribute their strong work ethic to their famous dad, who called over 5,000 regular-season and 211 postseason Yankees games during his career. They often poke fun at their father for using a flip phone and living in his own fantasy world filled with music, newspapers, books, and every sporting event on TV.
The children describe John Sterling as unlike any other human they have ever met. Brad, who works in finance and lives in Manhattan, mentions that his father is akin to the Michael Jordan of not sweating the small stuff. Additionally, Sterling is known for his quirks, such as having two TVs in front of his bed, one for sports and the other for watching murder mysteries or black-and-white movies. One of Brad’s favorite home run calls by his dad is an Italian phrase for Yankee slugger Giancarlo Stanton, meaning “You cannot be stopped.”
Abigail reminisces about her dad’s love for Broadway show tunes and Frank Sinatra, which was a big part of their upbringing. She mentions how Sterling always played music from Sinatra, Dean Martin, or Tony Bennett, and would take the children to see a different musical show each year for their birthdays. Sterling’s love for music and musicals has left a lasting impact on his children, shaping their own appreciation for the arts.
Despite being sibling rivals growing up, Sterling always predicted that his children would grow up and love each other. As the kids have gotten older, they have indeed developed a strong bond and affection for one another. Sterling, who got emotional hearing his children share their sentiments about him on Father’s Day, expressed his gratitude for being a father to four wonderful kids, emphasizing the importance of showing them love and support throughout their lives.
Sterling, who is set to turn 86 on July 4, plans to celebrate Father’s Day weekend with his children and his ex-wife Jennifer and her husband, Neil. The family gathers for dinner on Saturday and festivities on Sunday, showing that despite any changes or challenges, they remain a tight-knit and loving family unit. Overall, John Sterling’s legacy as a father is as memorable as his iconic work as a Yankee announcer, as he has influenced his children with his passion for music, sports, and unwavering love and support.
