Joe Buck Shares Story of Hiding a Black Eye on ESPN After Intervening in a Fight Between His Sons

Joe Buck reveals his black eye with a selfie; Joe Buck’s twin sons.
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Joe Buck/X; Michelle Beisner/Instagram

NEED TO KNOW

• Joe Buck concealed a black eye with makeup during a January 3 ESPN broadcast, which he later shared on social media.
• The sportscaster sustained the bruise while breaking up a fight between his twin sons.
• Buck expressed gratitude to makeup artist Kathleen Vybihal for her assistance in hiding the injury.

Joe Buck’s recent on-air appearance during the Seattle Seahawks versus San Francisco 49ers game revealed more than just football commentary. The ESPN sportscaster, known for his polished look, had concealed a substantial black eye, a detail he later disclosed on social media.

At 56 years old, Buck maintained his typical camera-ready demeanor while announcing on January 3. However, in a lighthearted post later that evening, he shared the reality behind his appearance. He showcased his black eye in a candid selfie, offering a glimpse of the purple bruise beneath his makeup.

In his post, Buck recounted how he received the injury two days prior while “breaking up” a squabble between his 7-year-old twin sons, Wyatt and Blake, whom he shares with wife Michelle Beisner-Buck. He praised the makeup artist, writing, “Not all heroes wear capes, but some bring them to work,” highlighting Vybihal’s talents in ensuring he looked camera-ready.

Joe Buck shows off his black eye.

Joe Buck’s black eye is covered with makeup.

Joe Buck reveals his face after covering a black eye with makeup.

Adding humor to the situation, he remarked, “Nothing like a knee to the eye while breaking up a fight between 7-year-old twins 48 hours before a big game!!! He got me!!” Although he did not specify which son was responsible for the knee, his post drew attention and laughter from his followers.

Joe Buck’s reveal prompted praise for his makeup artist, with ESPN hockey analyst Ray Ferraro commenting, “Kathleen is the best!!! Nice work!!”

Joe Buck and wife Michelle Beisner-Buck with their twin sons, Wyatt and Blake.

Michelle Beisner/Instagram

Buck and Beisner-Buck welcomed their twins on April 26, 2018, shortly after celebrating their four-year wedding anniversary. The sportscaster is also a father to two adult daughters, Trudy and Natalie, from a previous marriage.

As a family, Buck and Beisner-Buck often share moments from their lives on social media, highlighting their journey with their children, including first days of school and festive occasions.

Joe Buck, wife Michelle Beisner-Buck with their twin sons, Wyatt and Blake.

Michelle Beisner/Instagram

This lighthearted incident has reminded fans and followers alike of the unique blend of family life and sports commentary in Buck’s world, where even a black eye can turn into a moment of humor.