Greg Papa hospitalized, putting 49ers announcer's comeback bid on hold
Greg Papa was unable to participate in the pregame show before the San Francisco 49ers' season opener in Australia, and will not be able to call Sunday's home opener against the Dolphins.
San Francisco 49ers announcer Greg Papa has been hospitalized, halting his much-anticipated comeback after a bone marrow transplant for acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The 63-year-old singer was hospitalized on September 7 due to worsening cardiomyopathy, a genetic heart condition exacerbated by his transplant in March. Papa, who was diagnosed with both cancer and cardiomyopathy, had been cleared by his oncologist to return to the 49ers' broadcasts.
However, his hospitalization has put his comeback on hold, with his next game on Sunday against the Dolphins. Since his cancer diagnosis 14 months ago, Papa's medical care has resulted in significant costs not covered by insurance. A GoFundMe campaign has been established to help.
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