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Lou Holtz, Notre Dame Coaching Legend, Dies at 89

Legendary Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz has died at age 89. Holtz was celebrated for reviving the program's glory days during his tenure from 1986-1991.

Lou Holtz, the charismatic Notre Dame football coach who led the Fighting Irish to a national championship in 1988, has passed away at age 89. His tenure from 1986-1991 marked a remarkable turnaround for the program, which had struggled before his arrival.

Known for his motivational speeches and 'do it right' philosophy, Holtz transformed Notre Dame into a national powerhouse. He finished with a 23-10-1 record at Notre Dame and later became a beloved sports analyst. His death marks the end of an era for college football.