Bud Greenspan was an exceptionally talented filmmaker. He understood more than anyone that the most extraordinary achievements at the Olympic Games were made by those Olympians who did not necessarily win Olympic Gold medals, but who had overcome extreme hardships simply to compete. “Sometimes the essence of the Olympic Games can be found in people who don’t stand on the victory podium” Bud told The San Francisco Chronicle in an interview. His audiences shed more than a few tears while watching his masterpieces ...

Bud Greenspan was a dear friend. I will always cherish the times we spent together with Bud and Nancy, in Lausanne, New York and at the Olympic Games all over the world. Perhaps more than any other, Bud Greenspan has taught me what the Olympic Spirit is all about. I am extremely fortunate to have known this great man. Ever since his first journey to the Olympics in London 1948, Bud Greenspan has communicated his profound understanding of the essence of the Olympic Games through his inspirational filmmaking talents, and truly made the world a better place.

We are deeply saddened by his passing and convey our deepest condolences to Nancy and his colleagues at Cappy Productions. May the legacy and spirit of Bud Greenspan live-on forever in OLYMPIC SPIRIT.

Mark Dzenick | OLYMPIC SPIRIT Chairman