Kjell Kristian Rike
Norwegian sportscaster
About Kjell Kristian Rike
Lived 1944 – 2008 (aged 63). Kjell Kristian Rike was a Norwegian sports journalist, television presenter, sports commentator and sport shooter.
Biography
Kjell Kristian Rike (12 July 1944 – 19 May 2008) was a Norwegian sports commentator, originally from Byglandsfjord. He reported on biathlon events for NRK starting in 1977, and also on cross-country skiing from 1985.
He was a commentator during several football world championships, and also at golf, cycling, track and field athletics, shooting, harness racing, and alpine skiing events.
Rike was member of the original staff of the long-running TV series Norge rundt in 1976, and is credited for having suggested the signature tune for the program, "Norsk dans nr. 2" by Edvard Grieg.
He was an active sport shooter and a Norwegian champion in 1974.
Awards 2007 Gullruten honorary Norwegian TV industry award (with fellow television sports commentator Jon Herwig Carlsen).
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Kjell Kristian Rike?
Norwegian sportscaster
When was Kjell Kristian Rike born?
Kjell Kristian Rike was born on 12 July 1944 in Bygland.
When did Kjell Kristian Rike die?
Kjell Kristian Rike died on 19 May 2008 in Bærum Municipality.
What was Kjell Kristian Rike's occupation?
Kjell Kristian Rike was a sports journalist, television presenter, sports commentator and sport shooter.
What nationality was Kjell Kristian Rike?
Kjell Kristian Rike was Norwegian.
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