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Lou Holtz, the charismatic college football coach who revitalized Notre Dame football in the 1980s, has passed away at the age of 89. Holtz's most celebrated achievement came during his time as head coach at Notre Dame from 1986 to 1996, where he led the Fighting Irish to a national championship in 1988 and multiple top-10 finishes.
Beyond Notre Dame, Holtz enjoyed successful coaching stints at several other programs, including Arkansas, Minnesota, and South Carolina. After his coaching career, he became a prominent sports analyst and remained a beloved figure in college football. Holtz was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008, cementing his legacy as one of the sport's most influential coaches.